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.

This Australian Startup Is Designing Clever Gear for Filmmakers

Australian company 3D Film Parts has unveiled two new tools aimed at making life easier for filmmakers and camera crews: a free digital camera report app called SmartLog and a proof-of-concept electronic clapperboard known as the Smart Slate P4.

Dramatic Ukraine War Photo Highlights Destructive Power of FPV Drones

Ukrainian military photographer Iryna Rybakova captured the moment a Russian first-person-view drone blasted into a vehicle in Kramatorsk on July 15 amid a reported increase in FPV drone attacks on the city.

Researchers Used Two Telescopes to Discover a Planet Hidden In Plain Sight

Astronomers using the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) discovered a giant planet, hiding in plain sight just outside the solar system.

Scientists Warn Wildlife Photographers’ AI-Enhanced Bird Photos Could Threaten Research

Scientists have warned that the increasing use of AI editing tools by wildlife photographers seeking the perfect image could threaten the reliability of bird research.

Godox’s New Lux Junior II Flash Is Stylish and Flexible

Godox has announced the Lux Junior II, an updated version of its retro-inspired compact flash that introduces a new dual-axis design for more flexible bounce flash photography in both horizontal and vertical orientations.

Adobe’s Project Indigo iPhone Camera App Now Offers Photography Advice

Just over a year ago, Adobe released a new computational photography camera app on iPhone, Project Indigo. It arrived boasting impressive features, including desktop-quality noise reduction and upscaling technology, plus robust camera controls and an emphasis on natural, realistic-looking photos. Today, Adobe launched what it calls "AI Playground" inside Project Indigo, ushering in new ways for photographers to use generative AI.

Cinematographer Behind HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series Reveals ‘Brutal’ Reality for Camera Crew Filming Child Actors

The cinematographer behind HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series has described the "brutal" conditions for the camera team due to the young cast.

4 of the 10 Best-Selling Compact Cameras So Far in 2026 Are Kodak PixPro Models

Just last week, PetaPixel wrote that Canon PowerShot compact cameras, including the SX740 HS from 2018, keep showing up in new digital camera sales charts. Sure enough, as Japanese retail analyst BCN+R reports, compact cameras in general are selling in huge numbers.

Scientists Capture First Images of Mysterious New Monkey Species with Striking Orange Lips

Scientists have identified a new species of monkey -- with a striking mask-like face and distinctive pinkish-orange lips -- after a decades-long search for the primate was sparked by a blurry photograph.

NASA’s Psyche Spacecraft Captures Mind-Bending Month-Long Timelapse of Mars

Throughout May, NASA's Psyche spacecraft approached and flew away from Mars, coming within just 2,864 miles (4,609 kilometers) of the Red Planet during its closest approach. A brand-new timelapse video released by the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) features thousands of images that Psyche captured during its mission.

Annie Leibovitz Launches Copyright Lawsuit Over Her Image of Justin and Hailey Bieber

Photographer Annie Leibovitz has sued a website for allegedly using her photograph of Justin and Hailey Bieber without permission, seeking "substantial damages."

Apple Briefly Became the World’s Most Valuable Company, Toppling Nvidia

Apple briefly became the world's most valuable company on Friday, overtaking Nvidia as investors sold off semiconductor shares.

AI Recreates the Goal Pelé Said Was His Greatest Ever But Wasn’t Filmed

Google's DeepMind lab has recreated Pelé's so-called lost goal -- a strike that the iconic Brazilian soccer player said was his best-ever but was never captured on video.

Photographer Loses Five-Figure Job After Bargain-Basement Memory Cards Fail on Set (Satire)

28-year-old professional photographer and videographer Hunter McEwen was fired from his latest five-figure commercial job after he lost three days' worth of shooting when his bargain-basement, counterfeit memory cards failed on set.

I Built a Custom Rig for What I Call ‘Ripple Portraits’

This project grew out of the many water-drop imaging experiments that my students and I have done over the years. I wondered if combining water-drop photography with portraiture might produce some unique and interesting images.

Photographer Sues Artist Over Alleged Appropriation of More Than a Dozen of Her Images

A photographer has sued popular artist Mickalene Thomas for allegedly appropriating more than a dozen of her images without consent or attribution.

The Best Deals on Versatile Zooms for Nearly Every Mirrorless Camera

A good, versatile zoom is often the first lens photographers recommend after a camera kit lens, and for good reason. Covering everything from wide-angle landscapes to portraits and everyday photography, these versatile lenses handle travel and street photography, as well as events, wildlife, and video.

The Inspiring Winners of the 41st AOP Student Photography Awards

The Association of Photographers (AOP) has announced the winners of its annual Student Awards.

Squarespace Is Increasing Prices By Up to 26%

Squarespace users across the web have begun reporting receiving emails detailing impending price increases that range as high as 26%, depending on the selected plan and payment option.

US Approves Gigantic Satellite Mirror That Will Illuminate the Earth at Night

Picture this: you're photographing in the middle of the night, it's dark, and you desperately need light. So, you whip out your phone, open an app, pay some money, and boom, night becomes day thanks to a satellite in the sky that is now reflecting sunlight to your location like a bright full Moon.

Camper Accidentally Discovers Ancient Meteor Crater on Google Maps

When Joël Lapointe was planning an epic camping trip through the Côte-Nord region of Quebec on Google Maps, an area gave him pause for thought: it looked like a giant meteor crater.

Google Vids Gets Conversational Editing Tools and Personal Avatars

Google Vids has been updated with the Gemini Omni model and personal avatars, allowing it to edit and generate clips via almost any method, as well as enabling people to star in their videos with just a few clicks.

Trailblazing First Female Staff Photographer at ‘The Washington Post’ Dies

Margaret Thomas, the first female staff photographer employed by The Washington Post, has died at the age of 84.

Tech Executives Are Hiring Security as Backlash Toward AI Gets Violent

Tech executives terrified of the public backlash against AI are beefing up their security as violent threats spill over into the real world.

Videographer Killed While Returning Camera to His Car After Event

A videographer was shot dead as he put his camera back into the backseat of his car after doing a job at a party last week.

Canon’s New Children’s Book Has Aliens Explaining Why Cameras Are Awesome

Canon Inc. in Japan has published "The Secret of Canon Star," which Canon describes as a "company introduction booklet for children." It's bizarre.

Mayor Mamdani Says Landlords Can’t Secretly Use AI Images to Advertise Properties

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani is having a very busy week. Just a day after announcing a "click-to-cancel" rule aimed at companies like Adobe, Mamdani is cracking down on "deceptive landlord practices," including using AI-generated and AI-edited images designed to make properties look more appealing.

570-Megapixel Dark Energy Camera Photographs Van Gogh-Esque ‘Starry Night’

The Dark Energy Camera (DECam) pointed its 570-megapixel CCD image sensor, housed inside the Victor M. Blanco 4-meter Telescope, at the Corona Australis Molecular Cloud, one of the nearest star-forming regions to Earth.

Influencer Ordered to Pay $20,000 For Refusing to Remove Video of Woman

An influencer has been fined 20,000 Canadian dollars ($14,200) after he repeatedly posted intimate images of a woman he barely knew.

The World’s Most Important Photo Show Returns to Japan in February

The Camera and Imaging Products Association (CIPA) has announced that the admission-free CP+ Camera and Photo Imaging Show is returning to the Pacifico Yokohama event center and will run for four days from Thursday, February 25 to Sunday, February 28, 2027.

No One Agrees with Our RX10 V Take | The PetaPixel Podcast

This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team is joined by Chelsea Mercado Northrup⁩ to discuss the RX10 V (and why no one seems to agree with our less-than-sparkling review) and Tamron's new design shift, as well as take part in the highly-requested Lens Draft!

Hasselblad Phocus Mobile Finally Arrives on Android

Hasselblad has announced that Phocus Mobile V1.0.0 for Android is now available and supports the the X2D II 100C, X2D 100C and 907X, and CFV 100C.

You Can Now Watch the First Season of ‘Stranger Things’ Like It’s On VHS

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Stranger Things, a transformative original series for Netflix and its first true global hit, the streaming platform is releasing a commemorative "VHS special edition" of the show's first season.

Trail Cam Footage Shows World’s Dumbest Pigeon Walking Into Falcon’s Nest

If you're a pigeon, there is one bird you really want to avoid: falcons. Why? Because an urban falcon's diet almost entirely consists of pigeons.

OnePlus Is Officially Dead in the US and Europe

After days of rumors and reports, Android smartphone maker OnePlus has officially announced that it is, in fact, leaving North America and Europe and will no longer release new phones in those markets.

xAI Sues Man for Using Grok to Create CSAM Deepfakes

Elon Musk's startup xAI is suing a man for allegedly misusing the company's AI image generator Grok to create child sexual abuse material.

NPPA Raises Constitutional Concerns Over FAA’s Proposed Drone Limits

The United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed rule changes to restrict drone operations over critical infrastructure sites, citing "safety and security." The National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) filed a new set of comments on the proposed rule changes, raising concerns about potential impact on First Amendment-protected newsgathering.