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.

Australia Plans New Law to Let Users Switch Off Social Media Algorithms

The Australian government plans to introduce another world-first social media law by allowing people the choice to opt out of content recommended by algorithms.

Sirui’s New $599 Saturn V2 Anamorphic Lenses Rotate for Vertical Video

Sirui has announced the Saturn V2, a new full-frame anamorphic lens series that supports both horizontal and vertical shooting orientations through its rotating design.

I Turned Jordan Drake Into a Knight Using ChatGPT’s New Image Model

ChatGPT has updated its image generator, which promises to be more faithful to source photos.

US Police Warn Meta Smart Glasses Could Be a Security Threat

Police forces across the U.S. are concerned that Meta smart glasses could be used to secretly record inside jails and police facilities and potentially aid acts of terrorism.

Extraordinary Photos Show Octopus ‘Riding’ a Dolphin

Remarkable photographs show an octopus seemingly "riding" a dolphin in the waters off the South West coast of the U.K.

CBS Denies ’60 Minutes’ Promotional Photo is Manipulated

CBS has been forced to deny that its new promotional photo for the upcoming 60 Minutes series was manipulated.

OM System Revives and Reimagines the Legendary PEN

The PEN has returned. OM Digital Solutions has announced the OM System PEN, the first PEN series camera released under the OM System brand.

OM System’s Updated 14-42mm Kit Lens Is Splashproof and Focuses Closer

Alongside the new OM System PEN, OM Digital Solutions has announced the refreshed M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 III standard zoom lens. This compact new kit lens offers a 35mm equivalent focal length range of 28-84mm, making it well-suited to a wide variety of scenarios.

The A.I. Chatbot Dilemma

A.I. chatbots are inundating the world, and few people are talking about it.

The Original ‘Star Wars’ Is Coming to IMAX 70mm Theaters in 2027

70mm IMAX films are having a moment right now thanks to Christopher Nolan's epic blockbuster, The Odyssey, which is the first feature film shot entirely on IMAX cameras. If Disney has its way, the good times will keep on rolling in 2027 with a pair of Star Wars films screening in IMAX 70mm film.

The 8-14mm f/3.5 Fisheye G Is Sony’s First Full-Frame Fisheye in 20 Years

Sony has announced the FE 8-14mm f/3.5 Fisheye G, the first Sony fisheye lens for E-mount and the first full-frame Sony fisheye in 20 years.

Scammers Are Extorting Instagram Users With Bogus Copyright Strikes

Owners of large Instagram accounts are receiving false copyright claims and then paying ransoms to extorters, according to a report by the BBC.

Xiaomi’s Gorgeous 18 Fold Smartphone Has Leica Cameras

After a teaser last week, Xiaomi has fully unveiled its first wide foldable phone, the Xiaomi 18 Fold. The new handheld features a wide 5.38-inch cover display and an expansive 7.58-inch 120Hz inner AMOLED display.

Lawsuit Challenges Authorities Which Used Drones to Photograph Homes Without Warrants

A lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) over drones photographing people’s homes without warrants has forced a California county to overhaul how it conducts aerial surveillance.

DZOFilm’s Full-Frame Arles Zooms Promise Prime-Level Performance

DZOFilm has announced a pair of new cinema zoom lenses that promise to deliver the performance and character of its cinema primes. The Arles Zoom 25-75mm T2.6 and 65-180mm T2.6 cover a wide focal length range, from wide-angle to telephoto.

A Robot Vacuum Company Is Launching an 8K Action Camera

Dreame isn’t exactly known for making cameras, so pivoting from robot vacuums and lawnmowers to action cameras may be a little risky. Originally unveiled at CES 2026, the Leaptic Cube is ready for primetime and will hit shelves in October 2026 after a full showing at IFA in Berlin.

Camera Traps Capture a Year of Rare Animals Living in East Africa

A year-long camera trap survey in Tanzania has captured 150,000 images of endangered and elusive animals, including a rare type of African wild cat recorded in the country for the first time.

Experts Claim Gerda Taro Took ‘The Falling Soldier’, Not Robert Capa

Robert Capa's The Falling Soldier photograph has been mired in controversy for decades, dogged by claims that it was staged and that Capa falsified the caption information. Despite this, it remains an iconic image in the pantheon of photojournalism.

Leica’s Impressive Four-Year Streak of Record-Setting Revenue Just Ended

Although Leica did not achieve record revenue for its fifth consecutive year, the legendary German camera company nonetheless sold a ton of product and made a lot of money.

Sigma’s Redesigned, Slimmer Lens Filters Promise Better Image Quality

Alongside its new 20-60mm f/2.8-4 DG Contemporary and 85mm f/1.2 DG Art lenses for full-frame mirrorless cameras, Sigma has announced a new product for every photographer: redesigned lens filters.

The Fujifilm GFX Eterna 55 Is Getting a Very Nice Dedicated Viewfinder

Fujifilm has announced the development of the VF-GFXC2, an external electronic viewfinder (EVF) for the Eterna 55 cinema camera. It promises a mix of high resolution, brightness, and an aspect ratio that matches the Eterna's 4:3 open gate.

Sigma’s Compact 20-60mm f/2.8-4 DG C Is Wider Than Your Typical Zoom Lens

Sigma has announced the 20-60mm f/2.8-4 DG Contemporary, a new standard zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras.

Remarkably Lightweight Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG Art Promises Unparalleled Image Quality

The promised Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG Art has finally arrived, ushering in a new era of ultra-fast prime lenses for the Aizu-based company. Sigma promises unparalleled image quality in an impressively compact and lightweight design.

The Nikon ZR Will Get Open Gate Recording in 2027

Nikon has announced a firmware update for the Nikon ZR, and while it has some nice, small additions, the real story is that the ZR will get open gate recording and in-camera anamorphic desqueeze by next year.

Super-Cool DIY Digital Instant Camera ‘Prints’ Photos On Reusable Cartridges

Strange Inventions Lab has designed a custom instant camera that uses full-color e-paper displays as physical "digital film," and it's awesome.

This Upcoming EufyMake Printer Puts Your Photos Onto Fabric

At IFA 2026 in Berlin, Anker says it’s committed to launching its new EufyMake Fabric Printer in Q1 2027 as a consumer product that would enable owners to print full-color, textured graphics on garments right at home. Photos are among the images the device can handle, possibly opening a door for photographers looking to get creative with their work.

Tecno’s Ultra-Slim Smartphone Borrows its Style From Famous Artists

The Tecno Camon Slim 5G is an ultra-slim phone that heavily emphasizes style.

Apparently ‘Photography Is All Fake Anyway’

A short while ago I was reading the comments on a restaurant's Facebook group post. The post was a set of dodgy AI-generated food images, and they had that giveaway look. Too glossy, sauce behaving strangely, and bread that somehow looked like a sponge.

Photographer Captured California Life in the 1980s From Behind the Wheel

A photographer whose fascinating images of everyday life in California -- taken from behind the wheel of his car on his daily drive to work -- are the focus of a new exhibition.

How This Photographer Turned Drone Photography Into a Creative Advantage

As photography becomes an increasingly competitive and crowded field, adding new skills can give photographers an important edge. In this exclusive PetaPixel interview, photographer and filmmaker Megan Zabel Holmes shares how becoming a commercial drone pilot has helped her stand out, attract new clients, and turn aerial work into a valuable part of her business.

David Bowie’s Official Photographer Transforms His Photo Archive Into an Immersive Experience

David Bowie’s official photographer has transformed his vast archive of images of the legendary singer into an immersive audio-visual experience.

Vimeo Can Decide To Change Your Plan and Force You to Pay 5x More

Vimeo users probably believe they are the right people to determine what type of account they need. Vimeo disagrees and has begun switching some users to a new, significantly more expensive subscription tier at its own discretion.

Manfrotto Adds a Dedicated Video Tripod to Its ONE System

Manfrotto has announced the ONE Video, rounding out its ONE System tripods with a dedicated professional video option.

SmallRig Nano Power Banks Have Mounting Points for Camera Rigs

SmallRig has announced the Nano Power Bank Series, a set of smaller power banks that look more like offerings from UGreen or Anker but with mounting points that make them more tailored to working photographers and videographers.

I’m Really Digging Adobe Camera Raw’s New Glow Effect

Adobe Camera Raw 18.6 arrived recently, bringing a rather interesting new Glow feature in its Effects panel that could easily fly under the radar. With this new tool, photographers can easily create an Orton effect or mimic film halation, delivering some pretty cool looks.