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.

Photographer Can Take Jigsaw Puzzle Company to Court Over Use of His Photos

A photographer can proceed with his copyright infringement lawsuit against a Canadian puzzle-maker that allegedly used his images on its jigsaw puzzles.

Photographer Gabriel Moses to Receive the Trailblazer Award at The Fashion Awards 2026

Gabriel Moses -- the photographer behind some of the most influential fashion campaigns in recent years -- will receive the Trailblazer Award at The Fashion Awards 2026.

The Best Deals on Canon Cameras and Lenses

With the holidays just around the corner, the deals are coming in full force. This week, we're focused on Canon gear, including discounts on DSLR and mirrorless cameras, lenses, and more.

Camera Traps Catch Newly Discovered Howler Monkey Crossing Rope Bridge

A new species of howler monkey has been discovered in Brazil and has already been spied crossing life-saving rope bridges built by conservationists.

The Director of ‘Knives Out’ Has Just Released a $13 Camera App

Director Rian Johnson and cinematographer Steve Yedlin are used to teaming up to make films and TV shows like Looper and Knives Out. But the two recently collaborated on a smaller screen: a camera app for iPhone.

NVIDIA’s Longtime CEO, Jensen Huang, Resigns In Disgrace

NVIDIA's longtime CEO, Jensen Huang, has resigned following multiple affairs, including one with an alleged spy and a second with an executive who reported directly to him.

Photographer Who Covered High School Football Team for Free for 28 Years Suddenly Banned

A photographer who has covered a Los Angeles high school football team for free over the past 28 years says she was abruptly told she could no longer take photos, despite meeting all the required qualifications.

South Korean Photographers Demand Police Investigation After Politician Calls Them ‘Hyenas’ in Chatroom

A leading South Korean politician is facing fierce backlash from the country's media after referring to photojournalists as a “pack of hyenas” in an online chatroom -- an insult that has prompted a formal police complaint from press photographers.

Leica Is Giving the M-A and M11-P Hammertone Special Edition Variants

Leica has announced a new special edition version of both the M-A and M11-P cameras that brings what the company describes as a classic design that it also rarely uses: hammertone.

Blackmagic’s $1,695 Spatial Audio Mic Has 108 Mics and Looks Super Sci-Fi

Blackmagic Design has announced the Ambisonic Microphone, a new professional mic designed to capture spatial audio for immersive video productions.

Photographer Files $150K Copyright Lawsuit Against Sony Over His Image of Stevie Wonder

A photographer has sued Sony, accusing the company of posting his "iconic" 1974 portrait of Stevie Wonder on Instagram without permission.

Customer Tried to Scam LA Pizza Shop With AI Image

A pizza shop customer used AI to edit a photo of their pizza in a bid to get a refund -- but it ultimately failed.

Annie Leibovitz Photographs Florence Pugh for Jaguar’s New Type 01

Annie Leibovitz has teamed up with Hollywood star Florence Pugh and British carmaker Jaguar.

Photogenic ‘One-in-a-Million’ Fish With Xanthochromism Caught in New York

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) biologists caught a one-in-a-million fish in Oswego, New York, and it sure is a looker.

This Retro-Inspired Waist-Level Digital Camera Already Raised $270K on Kickstarter

A new retro-inspired digital camera with a waist-level viewfinder has quickly raised nearly $270,000 on Kickstarter, absolutely shattering its meager $4,996 funding target.

Canon and Nikon Cine Both Getting Nice Upgrades, Plus Wandrd’s New Straps | The PetaPixel Podcast

This week on the PetaPixel Podcast, the team discusses the updates coming to Canon's EOS Cinema line as well as Nikon's ZR, Wandrd tried to reinvent the camera strap, an Jordan Drake sits down with Jared Raab, cinematographer of BlackBerry and Nirvana the Band the Show the Movie.

New Sensor Tech Could Replace Bayer Color Filter and Transform Mobile Photography

Metalenz has acquired Israeli startup PxE Imaging. PxE's claim to fame is its Holocoder technology, a replacement for the Bayer color filter found on traditional image sensors.

What Critics Say About ‘Avedon,’ Streaming Now on Netflix

Academy Award-winning filmmaker Ron Howard's new documentary about Richard Avedon, succinctly titled just Avedon, has arrived on Netflix, and is being lauded by critics. Early indications suggest it's a must-watch, especially for photography fans.

Leica Is Celebrating 60 Years of Noctilux With a 240-Page Book

Leica is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Noctilux lens family with the launch of a book that is centered on the optical achievement over the years. "From the first series-produced Leica lens with aspherical surfaces to the newest wide-angle variant, this book tells the story of how an audacious idea became a legend," Leica says.

Forma Is a Wearable Viewfinder Built for Finding Photo Compositions

Canadian photographer and inventor Peter Modzelewski has launched Forma on Kickstarter via his independent photo gear studio, Oramod. It is a pocket-sized optical viewfinder designed for a wide range of film and digital cameras.

VSCO Updates Its Policy to Explicitly State It Won’t Train AI on Your Photos

In May, VSCO came under scrutiny for wording in its Terms of Use that seemed to give the company permission to use certain user content to develop, train, and improve generative AI or machine learning models. It has now taken the extra step to clarify that it doesn't do that, and won't.

Ring’s AI-Powered Drone Automatically Patrols Inside Your Home

Home security can now fly. Amazon-owned Ring has announced the Ring Drone Cam, a $250 indoor flying security camera designed to automatically patrol a home's interior.

All of Adobe Camera RAW’s Awesome Updates Adobe Didn’t Mention

The good news keeps coming for photographers using Adobe's software. Alongside big Lightroom Classic updates, Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) has been updated today to version 19.0, ushering in a wide range of tweaks, some of which are major.

You Can Now Buy Beni the Jumping Robot Cameraman for $799

Beni, the adorable rolling robot which made waves with tech YouTubers when its beta version was first shown off last July, is now a finished product. Mondo Robotics has announced the robot cameraman is available to purchase today for $799.

Aura’s New, Improved E-Paper Picture Frame Looks Like a Printed Photo

Just over a year ago, Aura unveiled its first cord-free e-paper digital picture frame, the 13.3-inch Aura Ink. The company has now introduced the Aura Ink 10", a smaller e-ink digital frame that builds upon the success and technology of the original Aura Ink 13".

Adobe’s Creative Agent Wants To Do the Photo and Video Editing Tasks You Don’t Want To

Adobe has been developing agentic AI for years, and at this year's Adobe MAX in Miami, it looks like it has finally been fully unleashed. Adobe is ushering in significant expansions to the Adobe Creative Agent, which users can direct using text across not only Adobe's Firefly AI platform but also Creative Cloud apps like Photoshop and Premiere.

Premiere Update Brings Color Mode Out of Beta, Plus Generative Video & AI Audio Tools

Adobe is updating Premiere with a ton of AI-based tools and assistance as well as promising a new, wholly revamped approach to color grading.

Photoshop Now Relights and Restyles Your Photos Using AI

Today at Adobe MAX 2026 in Miami Beach, Adobe announced a wide range of updates to its core applications and technologies, including Photoshop and Lightroom.

Leica Unveils Cine Play 1 Plus 4K Projector With 4,200 Lumens

Leica has announced the Cine Play 1 Plus, an upgraded version of its compact 4K smart projector that increases brightness and contrast compared with its predecessor.

Photographer Killed While Capturing Vintage Airplane

A photographer has died after she was struck by a vintage airplane that she was taking pictures of.

‘The Odyssey’ Has Delivered Record Profits for IMAX

IMAX reported its strongest quarterly financial performance in the company’s history last week, with record box office, revenue, and profits for the third quarter of 2026.

ProMaster’s Holiday Sale: Up to 30% Off Tripods, Bags and Studio Lights

ProMaster, a brand known for making quality gear for every kind of creator, is bringing you deals you can’t miss this holiday season. From a multitool tripod and stylish rolltop backpack to a portable studio kit and adaptable softlights, there’s something for everyone (including you!). These products are on sale for a limited time, so shop now to take advantage of the sales and check your favorite photographer off your list!

Artizlab Revives a Leica Classic for Just $400

Artizlab has announced the Classic-M 1:1.4/50mm, a new 50mm prime lens that emulates the character and appearance of the classic Leica Summilux 50mm f/1.4 (E43) lens.

Short Film Looks at the Photographers Shooting Gnarly Mountain Bike Photos

Red Bull Rampage is one of the most demanding events in mountain biking, but the challenge isn't limited to the riders. Photographers covering the competition must navigate steep, unforgiving terrain while carrying heavy equipment, often with only one opportunity to capture a defining moment.

The Go Front Pack From Moment Always Keeps Your Gear Within Reach

Moment has announced the Go Front Pack, a small sling bag that the company says was inspired by hydration and running vests. It mounts on the user's chest, giving them immediate access to a phone, lenses, filters, and cables without bouncing when the wearer moves.