Why Photographers Should Care About the New Content Authenticity App
Adobe just released the public beta of its free Content Authenticity app, and photographers should take notice.
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Side by Side: Why the Diptych Remains a Constant in Visual Art
Lately, we’ve been eyeing the possible features in the rumored Fujifilm half-frame digital camera, and I am excited about the rumored diptych feature. This post is for you if you’re unsure why or even what a diptych is. thephoblographer.com »
2025-4-24 19:00
8 Reasons Why the Leica Q is Perfect For Photography Today
The Leica Q was the first Q series model to offer a point-and-shoot feel in a powerful camera. Launched in 2015, the camera has various iterations, with the Q3 being the most sought-after device of this year. thephoblographer.com »
2025-3-24 16:00
Why I Stopped Posting Images to Reddit
Over a decade ago, I was teaching Wordpress and Tumblr to photographers at the B&H Photo event space. "What do I do if people want to steal my images?" someone asked me. To that statement, I retorted something that others had told me before you first have to create images that someone will want to steal. thephoblographer.com »
2025-3-10 10:00
A Simple Explanation of Why Aperture Affects Depth of Field
Film photographer and educator Tim Klein's recent YouTube video explains the tricky concept of exactly why aperture affects your depth of field in a very digestible way. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2025-2-27 21:31
Why Is The Ricoh GR IV Taking So Long? Photographers Want it Now
In today’s world of photography, camera models come at us thick and fast. Some brands seem to update cameras yearly; for others, it’s two or three years between new models. petapixel.com »
2025-2-16 17:00
Why Kodak is ‘Cracking Down’ on Respooled Motion Picture Film
This week, Reflx Lab announced that it would soon no longer be able to offer some of its respooled 35mm motion picture stock because Kodak is more strictly "crack[ing] down" on respoolers. petapixel.com »
2025-2-5 18:04
Why Photographers Don’t Say “Cheese” Anymore
The vegans won. The Phoblographer realizes that, as a publication, we don’t always have to be so serious. So, each weekend, we work to bring you a bit of fun in our Humor section. Inspired by some of the classic political cartoons of other publications, we’re tapping into some of the things that only photographers … thephoblographer.com »
2025-1-25 14:00
16 Critical Questions to Transform Your Photography Practice in 2025
As human beings, we often want to find meaning in things around us. Why does the apple fall straight? Why is the sky so blue? Why is purple not really a color? While these questions are certainly a great way to understand your world, there is another world you are neglecting: your emotions and feelings. thephoblographer.com »
2025-1-17 11:00
Why Photographers Are Ditching Instagram for This Platform in 2025
Before Instagram became an entity of Meta, it was a fun platform for photographers to share images in real-time. In fact, the grid format, coupled with capturing mundane moments, is what made Instagram such a hype amidst the visual arts community. thephoblographer.com »
2025-1-12 14:00
Techradar explains why Sony should launch a new RX100 model in 2025
One insight from 2024 is that compact cameras with a fixed lens are back in fashion. This is what Techradar writes: Zoomers embrace point-and-shoots, they don’t have a lot of choice when it comes to new gear. sonyalpharumors.com »
2025-1-11 17:17
Why Free Photography Contests are Great for Photographers
Before social media followers became a critical metric for gauging a photographer's work, individuals used photography contests to estimate one's aptitude. Unlike the clout culture, where likes equate to 'how good' someone is (most brands hire ambassadors based on this benchmark), competitions became a legitimate tool to unveil rising stars. thephoblographer.com »
2025-1-8 08:00
Curious Sony A7sII review: Why Sony’s $500 Full Frame Camera is SO Valuable
Sometimes it’s worth reading a new report about an OLD camera. Do we always need the latest and greatest to create beautiful works? The post Curious Sony A7sII review: Why Sony’s $500 Full Frame Camera is SO Valuable first appeared on sonyalpharumors. sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-12-30 15:30
Why Samsung Should Have Stuck it Out In Photography
A decade ago, in the hallowed halls of the now defunct Photokina show in Cologne, Germany, photographers, journalists, editors, and all sorts of other industry movers and shakers were elbowing each other out of the way to get closer to a trade booth where a brand’s newly launched flagship models were being admired. petapixel.com »
2024-12-14 21:34
Why PetaPixel Didn’t Review the Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 Lab Lens
This morning, multiple blogs and YouTube channels published their reviews of the new Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 Lab lens for Sony E-mount cameras. PetaPixel has a unit in hand but chose not to review it because of an issue Viltrox made us aware of. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-11-5 20:04
Why Photographers Can’t Afford to Miss Out on Canvas Prints
Every photographer has experienced the frustration of taking the perfect shot and then having it buried in a sea of digital files. Sound familiar? Well, photographs are meant to be seen and felt, and canvas prints do exactly that. petapixel.com »
2024-10-29 19:26
Jason Morris: Why I’m EXCITED about the Sony A7V
Jason writes: This is purely speculation and what I think might be in the new Sony A7V. I want to be pretty optimistic about this camera as the A7 IV is my most used camera I own. It is the daily driver and what I use to create my youtube and instagram videos specially with… sonyalpharumors.com »
2024-10-4 16:17
JPEG XL: What It Is And Why You Should Care
JPEG XL is a new-generation image file format that recently got a big boost to awareness thanks to native support in the iPhone 16 series smartphones. So what is it, why does it matter, and why should you use it? Who better to ask than one of the people who helped make it a reality? [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-10-3 19:42
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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petapixel.com »2024-9-21 21:31
Why Apple Uses JPEG XL in the iPhone 16 and What it Means for Your Photos
The iPhone 16 family has arrived and includes many new features, some of which Apple has played very close to its vest. One such improvement is the inclusion of JPEG XL file types, which promise improved image quality compared to standard JPEG files while delivering relatively smaller file sizes. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-9-19 15:15
Why Oscar-Winning Actor Jeff Bridges Loves His ‘Fickle’ Panoramic Camera
As part of a media tour for the second season of FX's The Old Man, Jeff Bridges appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the two talk at length about Bridges' love for the Widelux panoramic film camera, which he received as a wedding gift from his wife. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-9-14 22:34
You’ve Got a Nice Camera: Why Photographers Shouldn’t Be Insulted
My entire career as a photographer, I've been taught to say something incredibly nasty. If someone says, "Oh, you've got a nice camera," we're often told to remind people that it's the photographer who makes the images first. thephoblographer.com »
2024-8-26 13:00
This is Why Photographers are Always Broke
Part of it, we’re sure, is all about the GAS. The Phoblographer realizes that, as a publication, we don’t always have to be so serious. So, each weekend, we work to bring you a bit of fun in our Humor section. thephoblographer.com »
2024-8-20 13:00
Canon Says The R3 Line Will Carry On, But Why Would It?
During the R1 launch event in Arizona, Canon representatives told PetaPixel that the R3 line isn't going anywhere. But side-by-side with the new R1, there doesn't seem to be any reason for it anymore. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-7-24 19:03
Photojournalists Are Heroes – So Why Are They Paid So Little?
I was a minor photojournalist once. I wasn't taking iconic photos and nobody cares about my body of work. But I will tell you two things: I loved it and I didn't get paid very much. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-7-18 18:04
Why I’m Glad Apple Didn’t Change iPadOS, Using an Analogy Photographers Will Understand
It's clear the iPad has a bit of an identity crisis. Some users, especially some high-level creators, just don't get what it's for. But instead of lamenting how the iPad falls short of a traditional laptop, it's better to look at things another way. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-6-13 22:07
Why Would You Buy a $2,000 Micro Four Thirds Camera in 2024? | The PetaPixel Podcast
Yesterday, Panasonic announced the GH7, a video-packed powerhouse of a camera that looks to be almost perfect. The only compromise? The Micro Four Thirds sensor. So we knew there would be a lot of folks asking: why would you spend $2,000 for the GH7 when the S5IIX exists? [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-6-7 20:01
Why You Should Sell Your Gear to a Reseller
Selling the gear you no longer use can be a great way to earn money back, whether you are putting that money towards new gear or simply trying to make a buck. Plus, there's no sense in unused gear sitting on a shelf collecting dust when someone else could enjoy it. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-6-4 21:30
Pet Photographer’s Portraits Show Why Animals Mean So Much To Us
People love cats, dogs, and other pets. They are cute and lovable and make our lives so much better. Few capture the personalities of furry, four-legged friends quite like professional photographer Grace Chon, who has carved out a strong niche in the animal photography space. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-6-4 18:51
Why Headshots Taken by a Photographer Are Better Than AI
The creative behind an AI photo booth says that it is still best to get a headshot taken by a real photographer.
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petapixel.com »2024-5-30 21:13
Why Some Images Are More Memorable than Others
A new study from researchers at Yale University helps demystify why some images stick out in people's memories more than others. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-5-29 21:20
Why Reviewers Lament iPadOS While Users Absolutely Love It
In the days and weeks after the launch of the new iPad Pro from Apple, I noticed quite a bit of discourse responding to critical reception of the tablet that boils down to this: If iPadOS is so bad, why are so many creators using nothing else? [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-5-25 15:01
Here’s Why Deleted iPhone Photos Suddenly Reappeared for Some Users
When someone deletes images from their iPhone, they expect the photos to be truly gone. However, an unusual bug appeared in iOS 17. 5, which has since been replaced with an urgent iOS 17. petapixel.com »
2024-5-25 20:16
Absolut Vodka Trains AI to be Inclusive, But Why Not Capture Real Photos of Actual People?
It is well known that bias is an issue with AI image generators. One way or another, AI seems incapable of striking the right balance. There are many reasons for this issue, most of which relate to how AI is trained. petapixel.com »
2024-5-11 23:28
Why I Shoot Medium Format Film
Back in the day, 35mm film was called “miniature” format; its itty bitty negatives were considered only good for snapshots and maybe street photography (sorry, Leica shooter Henri Cartier-Bresson). petapixel.com »
2024-5-1 22:22
Why Leica’s SL3 Doesn’t Support Content Authenticity
Today, Leica announced the SL3 camera, which features a big 60-megapixel sensor and better autofocus packed inside a more compact body. But after the M11-P's announcement last year, there is one odd feature not included: content authenticity. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-3-8 23:39
Why AI Image Generators Struggle to Get Text Right
It's getting harder and harder to distinguish between an AI image and a genuine photo. But there are still giveaways and one of them is that AI image generators struggle to produce coherent text. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-3-6 16:48
Why One Photographer Thinks ‘AI Is the Best Thing to Ever Happen to Photography’
An analog photographer has stuck his head above the parapet to claim that AI-generated images are "the best thing that has happened to photography." [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-2-29 17:32
Why Photographers Love Mark Seliger: Looking vs Seeing
The problem with photography these days is that many photographers fail when it comes to looking vs seeing. This is something that the great Mark Seliger understands in a way we don't really come across often anymore. thephoblographer.com »
2024-2-27 14:00
This is Why Hit Film ‘Saltburn’ Was Filmed in a 4:3 Aspect Ratio
Among the many things you couldn't possibly forget about Emerald Fennell's hit movie Saltburn, one of them surely was the film's highly unusual 4:3 aspect ratio. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-1-26 16:31
5 Reasons Why Photographers Should Use Files.fm
Compared to other professions, photographers have it rough when it comes to the sheer quantity of equipment required. Not just physical equipment – cameras, lenses, flashes, tripods, light stands, and endless other accessories – but digital tools, too. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-1-25 20:22
Why We’re Doing Less Reviews on Phoblographer
This year, the Phoblographer is going through several changes. Many of them are very radical, and they’re all in response to the current way of the world for media. The site just turned 14 years old; and as an accredited website actively taught in schools to students and used as a resource by many retailers, … thephoblographer.com »
2024-1-19 08:00
Why Ernst Scheidegger is a Photographer You Need to Study
Robert Capa and Henri Cartier-Bresson get a surfeit of coverage as the founders of Magnum Photos. They're also two of the earliest. Ernst Scheidegger isn't heard or talked about anywhere as much -- yet he's one of the first the agency brought on. thephoblographer.com »
2024-1-17 23:00
Why Ernst Scheidegger is a Photographer You Need a Study
Robert Capa and Henri Cartier-Bresson get a surfeit of coverage as the founders of Magnum Photos. They're also two of the earliest. Ernst Scheidegger isn't heard or talked about anywhere as much -- yet he's one of the first the agency brought on. thephoblographer.com »
2024-1-16 23:00
Why Your Wide-Angle Lens Images Are So Boring
A common challenge for photographers using wide-angle lenses is creating depth in their images. The shots may seem flat and dull if they do not have a distinct point of interest and a clear visual path that draws the viewer’s eye into the scene. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2024-1-14 20:00
Why You Need a Tilt Shift Lens in Your Life
The title of this article is only semi-exaggerated. For a few months, Canon has provided us with a long term loaner of the Canon EF 135mm f4 L lens. Additionally, we've reviewed a few other tilt-shift lenses here on the site. thephoblographer.com »
2024-1-4 08:00
What is Color Space and Why Does it Matter?
For most photographers, color is a crucial component of their images. As a result, it only makes sense to want the colors that you envision to come through in the same way when others view your photographs. petapixel.com »
2024-1-4 20:51
Why Do My Photos of Famous Places Look Bad?
As part of its long-running "Notes and queries" segment, The Guardian asked its readers why photographs of beautiful scenery "never do it justice?" The following week, reader responses were published, offering great practical advice for amateur shutterbugs seeking to improve their travel photos. [Read More] petapixel.com »
2023-12-18 21:00
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
Why the Global Shutter in the Sony a9 III is Such a Big Deal
It is difficult to overstate just how big of a deal the Sony a9 III is, at least on paper. As is always the case with press events, and especially ones where hands-on time is limited, pre-production firmware is installed, and shooting opportunities are cultivated, you should consume pre-release content with (many) grains of salt. petapixel.com »
2023-11-9 18:20