Photography News

Stay up-to-date with the latest news within the photography industry. Here we feature new photography gear announcements, creative conferences, and other interesting headlines related to the world of photography and filmmaking.

Five of the Most Expensive Cameras and Lenses Sold at the 47th Leitz Photographica Auction

While the late Pope Francis' one-of-a-kind Leica kit selling for around $7 million made the biggest headlines, there was a lot of incredible photo gear that sold for huge sums at the recent 47th Leitz Photographica Auction in Vienna, Austria, including a Leica MP black paint that sold for about $1 million, a wild Leica I Mod. A Luxus special outfit, and much more.

Nikon and RED Are Launching Imaging Recipes Soon

Nikon and RED are working together on a new set of Imaging Recipes for Nikon cameras, slated to arrive on December 10. Although details are scarce on these hyped new recipes, there's still a lot to say about Nikon Imaging Cloud's Imaging Recipes.

Man Charged for Scamming Videographer into Filming 9/11 Documentary

A man has been charged by police after he allegedly defrauded a videographer out of $2,500 to film a documentary about the September 11 attacks.

Acceptable Use of AI? Sweet Video Brings Grandfather’s Photo Memories to Life

While AI is heavily criticized and feared by many people, it is difficult not to be moved and impressed by a video made by Luis Fernández for his grandfather's 90th birthday.

‘The Stringer’ Stands to Destroy Reputations | The PetaPixel Podcast

On Friday, November 28, Netflix will premiere a documentary film that challenges the authorship of the most famous war photo ever taken: "The Terror of War" or, more commonly known, "Napalm Girl." Does it succeed? What isn't shared in the film? Is it even a good movie?

These Are Some of the Highest-Resolution Radar Images Ever Taken

The European Space Agency's (ESA) brand-new Copernicus Sentinel-1D satellite launched into space aboard the Ariane 6 launcher from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana. ESA has shared the satellite's first high-resolution images, which are spectacular examples of the power of radar-based imaging systems.

Photographer Sues Art Gallery for Selling Jay-Z Figurines Based on His Image of Rapper

A photographer has filed a lawsuit against a Brooklyn art gallery, accusing it of selling figurines based on his copyrighted photo of Jay-Z.

This AI-Powered Camera Auto-Tracks Subjects and Has a 1,750mm Zoom Lens

An intriguing conceptual camera made by a group of former DJI engineers will launch on Kickstarter next month. The RocX made by Farseer can be plugged into a DSLR or mirrorless camera, as well as working on its own.

Quick-Thinking Wedding Videographer Chases After Suspect With Drone

A quick-thinking wedding videographer used his drone to chase down a suspect for just over a mile after the groom was stabbed during the ceremony.

Google’s Nano Banana Pro AI Model Further Erodes Trust in Photos

Google has released a more advanced version of its Nano Banana AI image model, and it is becoming increasingly difficult to spot the difference between real and AI-generated photos.

Untouched SSDs Are Not Part of a Good Data Backup Strategy

There is no such thing as a failproof storage device, which is why good backup workflows are so important. Even SSDs, as great as they are for many storage tasks, can (will) fail over time.

Sony Future Filmmaker Awards Showcase Up-and-Coming Talent

Alongside the annual Sony World Photography Awards, Sony and Creo also have a competition dedicated to filmmaking, the Sony Future Filmmaker Awards.

Thypoch’s Striking Eureka 28mm f/2.8 Lens Is Inspired By the 1950s Ilford Advocate Camera

Thypoch is launching another new lens that blends modern imaging performance with old-school inspiration. The Thypoch Eureka 28mm f/2.8 ASPH. is extraordinarily compact and pays tribute to the gorgeous Ilford Advocate camera's built-in Dallmeyer Anastigmat 35mm f/3.5 prime lens.

597-Foot Photo Elevator in Bali Torn Down After Outcry From Locals

A controversial glass elevator built as a photo attraction for tourists has been cancelled mid-way through construction and is set for demolition following widespread criticism.

Lumix S1 II and S1R II Updates Significantly Improve Video Record Times

Panasonic has announced a firmware update for both the S1 II/S1 IIE and S1R II that improves video record times significantly while also making adjustments across the board. Panasonic says these changes directly respond to user feedback.

Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5x Macro Lens Promises Unparalleled Versatility

Venus Optics has announced an unusual new lens that does a bit of everything. The Laowa 35mm f/2.8 Zero-D Tilt-Shift 0.5x Macro, as its name suggests, tilts, shifts, and focuses very close while promising no distortion. The versatile new lens aims to provide photographers with extensive control over "every line and perspective."

Brightin Star’s 50mm f/0.95 II Lens for Full-Frame Cameras Is Fast and Affordable

Chinese lens maker Brightin Star has announced an upgraded version of its ultra-fast 50mm f/0.95 prime lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras.

Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max Has World’s Brightest Screen and Two Periscope Cameras

Chinese smartphone maker Huawei has unveiled its latest flagship, the Huawei Mate 80 Pro Max. The new handheld sets its sights on the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and promises some groundbreaking new features.

YouTuber Drops Camera in Ocean and Films an Unknown Deep-Sea Species

A YouTuber dropped his camera to the bottom of the ocean and recorded a deep-sea animal that no one has been able to identify.

Instagram Updates Camera So You Can Film 20 Minute Reels

Instagram has introduced a series of updates to its Reels camera, including the ability to record videos up to 20 minutes long.

The Conversational Photo Editing Tool on Google Photos is Illegal in Two States

Google recently unveiled a new photo editing tool that users can control using only their voice. First on the Google Pixel 10 smartphone, and then later expanded the feature to a wider range of Android phones in the United States.

Dazzling Timelapse Series Shines a Spotlight on National Parks Conservation

A filmmaker has launched a cinematic timelapse film series capturing the raw beauty and quiet resilience of America’s national parks in the hope that his work might support the NPS.

‘Disturbing’ Man Hauls Turtle Out of the Sea for Photo

A man in Hawaii has been labeled "disgusting" after he was caught on video aggressively handling a sea turtle so he could pose for a photo with it.

Moment Launches New and Improved Macro Lenses for Smartphones

Moment has announced an upgraded version of its Macro lenses for smartphones. The Moment Macro II lenses have more, better glass, promising improved image quality and sharper close-up shots.

Lensmaker Artra’s Stylish New Watch Is a Love Letter to Photography

Artra, the company behind lenses like the Artra Lab Similar 35mm f/1.4, has entered the world of timepieces. The new Artra Designs Camera One watch combines a photography-inspired design with a relatively aggressive price point and includes some really nice camera-related touches.

PolarPro’s Knife for Photographers Does More Than Cut Stuff

PolarPro, perhaps best known by photographers for its filters, has unveiled an unusual and sharp new purpose-built tool for photographers: The Blade.