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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.

Kondor Blue Acquires Element Filters, Introduces FullSpec ND Filters

Kondor Blue has officially acquired and integrated Element Filters, marking a strategic expansion into optical filtration and a significant step beyond its established camera rigging and power ecosystem.

Capture One and DaVinci Resolve Now Natively Support Affinity Files

Canva’s latest round of announcements includes a wide range of updates to its expanding creative ecosystem, but one of the most impactful changes for photographers and video editors is a quieter addition: native support for Affinity’s .af file format in both Capture One and DaVinci Resolve.

Godox’s New EazyFlow Softboxes Fold Flat and Set Up in Seconds

Godox has announced the EazyFlow Series, a new lineup of foldable softboxes designed to streamline on-location lighting with faster setup, compact storage, and broad compatibility across lighting systems.

Teenagers in the US Say Social Media Isn’t Particularly Harming Them

A recent survey of 1,458 teenagers between the ages of 13 and 17 found that most of them do not see social media platforms affecting their mental health.

Man Distracted Helicopter Pilot by Flying Drone Near Wildfire

A realtor has been ordered to pay a $3,600 fine after flying a drone into an active wildfire zone in British Columbia, where it distracted a helicopter pilot battling the blaze.

You Can Now Control Blackmagic Camera on iPhone From an Apple Watch

Blackmagic Design has released version 3.3 of its Blackmagic Camera app for iOS, introducing a range of new features to expand the iPhone’s role in professional video production. The update adds Apple Watch control, deeper integration with ATEM switchers, and support for Blackmagic’s Focus and Zoom Demands.

Mavis Studio Turns the iPad Into a Portable Live Production Studio

Mavis has introduced a new iPad app aimed at transforming mobile devices into full-scale live production tools. Announced at NAB 2026, Mavis Studio combines multi-camera switching, streaming, recording, graphics, and audio mixing into a single, portable platform designed for creators and production teams.

The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Isn’t Available in the US, and It Might Never Be

For a year now, DJI has been issuing notes at the end of its product launch press releases saying that its drones and cameras weren't officially available from its US-based web store. But at the same time, US retailers did still find a way to stock the products. With the Osmo Pocket 4, that changed.

Apple and Google Direct Users to AI ‘Nudify’ Apps: Report

Apple and Google are helping users find apps that create deepfake nude images, according to a new investigation.

Glyph Introduces the Capture+ Line of CFexpress Type B Memory Cards

Memory and storage device manufacturer Glyph is expanding beyond external solid state drives and into camera memory with the announcement of a series of CFexpress Type B cards and a high-end card reader.

Drone Photographer Captures Unusual Tornado Rip Swirling Near Beach

A drone photographer captured a dangerous natural phenomenon that is like a tornado in the ocean, and can only be seen from the skies -- making it a potential hazard for people on the ground.

Canon’s New Industrial Camera Literally Sees in the Dark

Alongside the exciting new Cine-Servo 40-1200mm T5.0-10.8 video lens, Canon also unveiled the MS-510 Multi-Purpose Camera at NAB 2026. This highly specialized new camera is not built for typical consumer use, but it's still worth checking out thanks to its impressive technology.

The Orico MiniRaid is Both a Dual SSD Backup Solution and Dock

Orico has announced a new MiniRaid Docking Station that features two M.2 SSD bays, hardware RAID, an integrated fan, and multiple ports to not only act as a backup solution for desktop computers but also expand usability.

Remote Cameras Capture ‘Cloud Jaguar’ in Honduras for First Time in a Decade

Remote cameras have captured a "cloud jaguar" in the Sierra del Merendón mountains in Honduras, marking the first time the species has been seen there in about a decade.

Why 2025 Was the Right Time for the Sony RX1R III’s Long-Awaited Arrival

Last July, Sony surprised the photography world by unveiling the RX1R III, arriving so many years after the RX1R II that many RX1R fans had all but given up hope of a new model ever coming. Sony even released two more A-mount DSLRs after the RX1R II, to put the wait into perspective. So what took so long? Sony told PetaPixel that it needed to develop the right technology to make a new RX1R camera worth it, and that tech took time.

Photographer Reflects on Epic Career Capturing Great White Sharks on ’60 Minutes’

Wildlife photographer Chris Fallows, known for his striking images of great white sharks in False Bay, spoke with 60 Minutes about his work and the species' recent disappearance.

The New Voigtländer APO-Skopar 75mm f/2.8 VM Is Ridiculously Small

Less than two months after unveiling the Voigtländer Nokton Vintage Line 75mm f/1.5 Aspherical lens for Leica M-Mount cameras, Cosina has revealed yet another 75mm VM lens, the ultra-compact Voigtländer APO-Skopar 75mm f/2.8.

Meta Urged to Abandon Facial Recognition Plans for Ray-Ban Glasses

More than 70 advocacy organizations are calling on Meta to halt reported plans to introduce facial recognition technology into its Ray-Ban smart glasses, warning of serious risks to privacy and public safety.

SmallRig’s New Cooling Fan Works With Many Canon and Sony Cameras

SmallRig has announced a new Universal Cooling System for mirrorless cameras, designed to help manage heat during extended shooting sessions. Available in two versions, Hybrid Cooling and Basic Cooling, the system offers different approaches to temperature control depending on shooting needs and environments.

Sony’s Cutting-Edge XYN Spatial Capture Solutions Arrive Very Soon

When PetaPixel editor-in-chief Jaron Schneider saw Sony's cutting-edge XYN immersive display technology at CP+ 2026 in Yokohama, Japan, he described it as being like seeing through an Apple Vision Pro, but without any of the headgear. But XYN goes far beyond a single display device; XYN is an end-to-end spatial capture solution.

Adobe Premiere’s New Color Mode Is a ‘First-of-its-Kind’ Color Editing Experience

Adobe Premiere, which torpedoed the "Pro" in its name earlier this year, has a new "first-of-its-kind" color grading system, dubbed Color Mode.

Canon’s Cine-Servo 40-1200mm Is a Fresh Take on a Legendary Lens

Canon has unveiled the Cine-Servo 40-1200mm T5.0-10.8 lens, a new version of the company's extremely popular Cine-Servo 50-1000mm T5.0-8.9 lens.

NASA’s Photography Trainers Say Artemis II Astronauts Exceeded Their Expectations

There's little doubt that the Artemis II astronauts took some astounding photos on their historic trip to the Moon, but even their photography instructors back on Earth were taken aback by just how well they did.

New Huawei Smartphone Tells You How to Pose for Photos

The new Huawei Pura 90 series has a never-before-seen feature in a smartphone: "AI pose suggestions," which gives pointers on how to sit for a photo.

Historians Lament Education Secretary’s Use of AI Imagery

Education Secretary Linda McMahon has been criticized for using artificial intelligence in a series of posts paying homage to female icons in American history.

Songdian Signals it Wants to Be Taken Serious in the Camera Industry

When Shenzen Sonida Digital Technology Co. Ltd. joined the Micro Four Thirds system in February, it was easy to wonder about the quality of Sonida's future products. However, the company has publicly expressed a strong desire to make high-quality new imaging products.

DJI Teases a New Drone, and it Could Be the Last to Get Approval in the US

DJI is gearing up to launch what could be its last drones cleared for sale in the United States under new FCC regulations. Following a teaser posted to Instagram today and a wave of credible leaks, the upcoming DJI Lito drones look like not just DJI's next compact release, but potentially the final models to receive FCC certification in the U.S., pending ongoing legal battles.

Despite a Focus on Full-Frame, Sony Says APS-C Is a Growing Segment

Sony's full-frame Alpha cameras rightly get a lot of attention, especially among enthusiast and professional photographers and hybrid creators. However, the company tells PetaPixel it remains very committed to APS-C, and that demand for APS-C products has steadily increased over the years.

Arri Has Been Acquired by German Entrepreneur Thomas Riedel

Thomas Riedel, the founder and owner of Riedel Communications and the Riedel Group, acquired the German motion picture technology company Arri, best known for its professional cinema cameras and lighting technology.

Mark Zuckerberg is Building a Photorealistic AI Avatar of Himself to ‘Engage’ With Employees

Mark Zuckerberg has been referred to as the "Eye of Sauron" by his employees, and now the Meta CEO is taking that moniker a step further by building a photorealistic AI clone of himself.

No, This Photo of Pikachu Running Away From the Police Isn’t Real

You might have seen an amusing photo of a Pikachu running away from police in Turkey. It was recently shared to popular Instagram page History Reported, where it has received millions of views and over 200,000 likes.

Leica Celebrates New Chicago Flagship Store With a Beautiful Special Edition M11-P

Leica Camera has announced that its brand new Leica Store in Chicago will open its doors on April 30. Alongside the retail presence, the new Leica location in Chicago will also feature a beautiful gallery, reflecting Leica's continued commitment to the art and culture of photography. To mark the occasion, Leica will also launch a very limited special edition M11-P that celebrates Chicago's rich artistic history.

The Sony a7 V Is a Best Seller in Japan for the Fourth Straight Month

The Sony a7 V has been the best-selling new digital camera at major Japanese photo retailer Map Camera every month since it released in December.

The Deity PR-4 is an Ultra-Compact, 6-Track Field Audio Recorder

Deity has announced the PR-4, which it calls the world's smallest six-track field recorder and which it claims is the only field recorder under $6,000 to feature an internal backup SSD, AES3/AES42 support, and an internal battery.

TikTok Scammers Stole a Camera Store’s Identity

Identity theft is a major issue for people online. However, identity thieves don't only target individuals; they can also imitate full-blown businesses. An unknown actor is pretending to be Action Camera, a small camera retailer with locations in Nevada and California, and scamming people out of their hard-earned money.

Blackmagic’s New Camera is the World’s First for Immersive Live Broadcasting

Blackmagic Design has announced the URSA Cine Immersive 100G, the world's first immersive cinema camera designed specifically for live production with Apple Immersive Video.

DZOFilm’s 1.5x Arcana Anamorphic Lenses Promise the Style of 2x Without the Size or Weight

DZOFilm has unveiled Arcana, a new series of 1.5x hybrid anamorphic lenses designed for full-frame cameras. The company says its new lenses offer filmmakers the style and character of 2x anamorphic lenses without the larger size and weight.

Westcott’s New S18 Mini Flash Costs Under $40, and it Looks Like it

Westcott has introduced the Westcott S18 Mini Flash, a compact and affordable lighting solution designed to make flash photography more accessible to photographers at all experience levels. With its minimalist 90s style, the S18 emphasizes simplicity, portability, and affordability, arriving at a modest $39.90 price point.

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