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A photo manipulation expert has dropped a mind-bending video proving just how difficult it has become to tell reality from AI fakery. [Read More] petapixel.com »
This video is part of our Intro to Photography series, where we break down some of the fundamental concepts of the image-making process. You can find a written version below. Intro to Exposure What is Shutter Speed? What is Exposure? What is Aperture? What is aperture? Aperture value is one of the fundamental aspects of exposure and perhaps the most intimidating, but it needn't be. dpreview.com »
Checking and adjusting the image fields of the M3 illuminated frame rangefinder, approximately 1953. Image: Leica Photo Archive © Liesel Springmann This year marks a historic anniversary for Leica: 100 years have passed since the first mass-produced Leica camera was introduced. dpreview.com »
This video is part of our Intro to Photography series, where we break down some of the fundamental concepts of the image-making process. You can find a written version below. Intro to Exposure What is Shutter Speed? What is Exposure? What is Exposure? Exposure is perhaps the most important concept in photography. dpreview.com »
There is a new photo library dedicated to showing what college really looks like in the United States amid accusations of elitism. [Read More] petapixel.com »
LK Samyang revealed a very exciting lens at the CP+ show in 2024 and it turned my head when I walked past the booth. Not only are ultra-compact ultra-wide zoom lenses few and far between, but this particular lens was a co-venture with the storied lens manufacturer, Schneider-Kreuznach. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Surprise! Today, Sony dropped the announcement of the RX1R III right before the PetaPixel Podcast team was scheduled to record, so we are coming to you with an early episode this week to talk about what we think of the new premium compact camera. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The X half is joyously silly. But it was critical to assess it for what it is, rather than trying to review it as a photographers' compact. We published our full review of the Fujifilm X half yesterday, and it was perhaps the hardest-to-write review I've ever worked on. dpreview.com »
Samsung is hosting its Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event tomorrow, July 9, and the South Korean tech giant is expected to announce a range of new products, including new foldable smartphones and possibly the next generation of its Galaxy smartwatch. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Astrophotography has exploded in popularity over the past decade, thanks to ever-improving sensors, automated tracking mounts, and processing software that practically polishes your stars for you. petapixel.com »
This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, the team chats about the state of the "midrange" camera and how it might not be in the place it was just a few short years ago. petapixel.com »
A Digicam is something that your kids and/or younger adults have been talking about for a while now. And let's be honest, it's a word that has been around for many years now. But in modern-day vernacular, the word Digicam has changed to mean something different. thephoblographer.com »
I love it when photographers say something like, "It's not about the tech. " That's truly wrong -- a pinhole camera can't shoot sports in the same way that a Sony a9 III can. But there's something to be said for the wisdom of what Zack Arias said many years ago: what matters is the moron behind the camera. thephoblographer.com »
A street photographer has revealed the fascinating difference between what he sees and the final image that he shoots.
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petapixel.com »When OM System pulled me into a meeting to show off the new OM System OM5 II (properly known as the OM SYSTEM OM-5 Mark II), I didn’t really know what to expect. Ever since the variant of the camera two generations ago, I felt a bit betrayed. thephoblographer.com »
The year 2024 was quite exciting for gear enthusiasts. We saw exceptional launches from the big players, such as Sony, Canon, and Nikon, but also smaller manufacturers such as Pentax. There were some cameras that truly surprised us with their innovation and performance, but some also frustrated and enraged us. thephoblographer.com »
Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is scheduled for Monday, June 9 at 1 PM ET (10 AM PT). Apple is expected to unveil its new operating systems for iPhone, iPad, Apple Vision Pro, and Mac, alongside possible hardware announcements. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Photography is as much a science as it is an art, and nowhere is that more evident than in the construction of camera lenses. Behind every sharp image is a complex array of glass elements, coatings, and design choices that collectively shape how light is captured. [Read More] petapixel.com »
While the Fujifilm X half camera is not expected to arrive for 10 or so days, its companion app has arrived on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. Now is as good a time as any to break down what the companion is, what it does, and why all X half owners should absolutely use it. petapixel.com »
It's a question that it seems everyone is trying to gatekeep the answer to -- and everyone thinks that they're right. What is street photography? The genre has been around for many, many years and is often attributed to the founders of Magnum Photos in some ways. thephoblographer.com »
I know what you just did: you clicked this article because you thought that it would tell you exactly what the best camera brand is. And I'm going to be honest with you: it's probably not the one that you have. thephoblographer.com »
As part of its myriad announcements at I/O 2025, Google unveiled significant changes to Search, including the ability to use AI to search for what a smartphone camera sees in real-time. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Astronaut Don Pettit has shared a fascinating view of what Starlink satellites look like from onboard the International Space Station (ISS). [Read More] petapixel.com »
"Well first off, you have to create work that you think people are going to want to steal," that's what the former event B&H Photo Event Space Director David Brommer had told me to say to customers when I used to deliver talks in the event space during my time employed by the company's offices. thephoblographer.com »
Back on April 11, News Editor, Nilofer Khan, ran through the numbers of what Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs would end up costing photographers. Since then, professionals and enthusiasts alike have begun to feel the impact of the self-inflicted economic uncertainty. thephoblographer.com »
Images: © Andrew Wille Meme culture thrives on exaggerated content, and depth or restraint is often an afterthought. The viral "What I See vs. What I Take" trend is different. It's recently filled Instagram feeds with before-and-after images. dpreview.com »
As we published last month, the long-rumored Canon RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM appears to have been shelved. In its place, sources tell us, Canon is working on a new super-telephoto: the RF 300-600mm f/5. canonrumors.com »
We've seen some incredible lens designs in recent years, but last week's announcement of a Sony 50-150mm f/2 GM got us wondering what the limits of reasonable lens development are now. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Dramatic footage taken inside the cockpit of a speedboat shows what it is like to be flipped into the air at 200 miles per hour (322 kilometers per hour). [Read More] petapixel.com »
Speaking to PetaPixel at the NAB Show in Las Vegas earlier this month, Nikon said it aims to have 50 Nikkor Z lenses on the market by next spring. This hope begs the question, what is Nikon's Z system missing now? What do photographers (and videographers) need and want next? [Read More] petapixel.com »
The expert camera technicians at Kolari are back at it again, disassembling cameras into a puzzle-work of bits and pieces. But don't worry, it's all for a good reason. petapixel.com »
When you use DPReview links to buy products, the site may earn a commission. The Sigma BF proved a surprisingly capable camera to travel with. Bristol Temple Meads station. Sigma 24mm F3. dpreview.com »
When the Canon EOS R7 was launched, people stood divided about the camera, as it was an APS-C offering from the company. But it wasn't after the reviews that one began to appreciate the device and the specifications it offered. thephoblographer.com »
Polarimeter to Unify the Corona and Heliosphere, or PUNCH, is a spacecraft array that has sent its first photos back after its launch into polar orbit on March 11. The goal of the mission is to examine how solar corona transitions into solar wind, which is what is visible as auroras on Earth. [Read More] petapixel.com »
"Their film is still pretty erratic," I say to the head of product management of Polaroid -- not knowing who they were yet staying resound in my unshakable confidence on the statement. Yet despite this and complaints from friends at my yoga studio who said that the film took a while to fully develop, I've never seen people literally do a dance of excitement while shaking a Polaroid picture in their hands. thephoblographer.com »
Distance is not a problem. Photographers at NBA games are so close that referees, coaches, and players can block their shots. [Read More] petapixel.com »
Hasselblad is one of the few camera brands that has been able to send its devices to space. Their legacy is pretty amazing, considering the kind of innovations they were able to achieve over the decades. thephoblographer.com »
Tamron has been making lenses since 1950 and experienced many significant shifts in the photography landscape. While the move from film to digital was perhaps the greatest transition of all, the adoption of mirrorless camera technology has also impacted Tamron's business. [Read More] petapixel.com »
The New York Jets have released a video showing what it is like for their photographer Sarah Snyder to cover an all-action NFL game day. [Read More] petapixel.com »
When the world of photography is changing rapidly, many of us wonder where it will all lead us. The evolution of film to digital and the introduction of generative AI are a few significant advancements that made us wonder how much of the innovation will benefit photographers. thephoblographer.com »
A total lunar eclipse will be visible across the entirety of North America, most of South America, and other parts of the world tonight and tomorrow, March 13 and 14. [Read More] petapixel.com »
PetaPixel reported on WhiteWall's new Shopify integration when it was announced late last month, but it is such a big deal, it is worth taking a closer look. PetaPixel chatted with WhiteWall CEO Thomas Alscheid and pro photographer Per Appelgren about the integration and what it means for photographers. [Read More] petapixel.com »
If you've ever wondered what an electron sees as it whizzes around a particle accelerator at the speed of light, then one photographer has made it possible. [Read More] petapixel.com »
After every announcement, there’s always the desire to know what’s coming next. The Canon PowerShot V1 was announced in Asia as you know, but when it will come to the rest of the world could be up in the air. canonrumors.com »
Additional lights are some of the most useful accessories for a variety of photographers. They can help add details in low light, give a soft touch to a portrait, or even help one achieve their creative vision using colors. thephoblographer.com »
Drone footage has finally uncovered what narwhals, an iconic whale of remote Arctic waters, use their mysterious tusks for.
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petapixel.com »Photo: ZEISS In the build-up to the announcement of Zeiss' new 50mm and 85mm F1. 4 Otus ML lenses for full-frame mirrorless, we spoke to Tony Wisniewski, Senior Manager, Creative Arts,Zeiss Cinema and Photography. dpreview.com »
Image: CP+ CP+ – the International Camera and Photo Imaging Show – in Yokohama, Japan, is nearly upon us, running from February 27 to March 2. Some of the DPReview team is onsite in Japan and will get a chance to see things in person and chat with brands. dpreview.com »
Photography, like any other visual art form, showcases the beauty and terror of the world. Photographs hold the power to narrate a story, change the perceptions of the masses, and help transform society in the long run. thephoblographer.com »
Viltrox just posted a teaser to its Instagram that another lens will be joining the Air Series APS-C lens family on February 28. [Read More] petapixel.com »