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.

Vermont Student’s Yearbook Photo Rejected Over Firearm, Raising Legal Questions

The rejection of a Mill River High School student’s yearbook photo featuring a firearm has ignited debate over free speech and school safety policies. The controversy has drawn national attention, prompting discussions at school board meetings and online. Advocacy groups and legal experts have weighed in on the issue, raising questions about editorial control and students' rights.

Controversy Surrounds AI Recreation of Murdered Woman's Voice in Netflix Docuseries

Netflix's recent docuseries, American Murder: Gabby Petito, has ignited debate due to its use of artificial intelligence to recreate Petito's voice. Approximately 21 minutes into the first episode, viewers are informed that her journal entries and text messages are presented using voice recreation technology. This method aims to narrate her story through her own words, offering a personal perspective on the events leading up to her tragic death, but many think the choice was disrespectful and in bad taste.

Canon Announces the PowerShot V1: A Compact but Powerful Camera for Vloggers and Creators

Canon has announced the PowerShot V1, a compact digital camera designed for vloggers and content creators, set to launch in late April 2025. The PowerShot V1 is the second entry in Canon’s V series, following the PowerShot V10 released in June 2023. It features a large 1.4-inch CMOS sensor, which is approximately twice the size of the common 1.0-inch sensors found in compact cameras, aiming to provide improved image quality and low-light performance.

Apple Announces the New Budget-Friendly iPhone 16e

Apple has introduced the iPhone 16e, expanding its iPhone 16 lineup with a more budget-friendly option. The iPhone 16e offers several features found in higher-end models, including the A18 chip, Apple Intelligence integration, and a 48 MP Fusion camera system. Preorders begin on February 21, with availability starting February 28.

Adobe Celebrates 35 Years of Photoshop With a New Video Series

Adobe's Photoshop software is so prevalent today that the name itself has morphed into a verb that refers to the process of editing an image in any given software. Over the years, Photoshop has acquired editing and AI-based features that weren't even dreamed of by the early adopters of the software. Most digital photographers cannot remember a time when the program didn't exist since its existence predates the widespread adoption of digital photography by almost a decade.

Insta360 Launches Their Latest AI Tracker Designed to Track Even More With Their Flow 2 Pro

Following the recent successful launch of the latest AI-powered smartphone gimbal, the Flow 2 Pro, Insta360 has introduced the latest AI tracker as an additional attachment to meet the demand for a seamless and intelligent tracking feature as mobile content creation continues to evolve.

Official Share Woman’s Intimate Images but Receive No Consequences

In 2019, Haley Olson’s private images were exposed when officials in Grant County, Oregon, accessed her cell phone data without a warrant. Olson, who operated a legal marijuana dispensary in Oregon, became the center of a controversy after her intimate images stored on her phone were shared among local law enforcement personnel.

Photographer Removed From Courtroom and Charged With Contempt of Court

A news photographer in Blountville, Tennessee, was removed from a sentencing hearing and is now facing a contempt of court charge for his actions during the proceeding.

Rock Royalty Under Fire: Osbourne Faces Image Rights Lawsuit After Posting Photos of Himself

Prominent rock musician Ozzy Osbourne now faces a lawsuit related to photographs of himself posted on social media platforms.

Amazon Refusing Refund After Man Claims His Expensive Camera Was Not in the Box

After collecting his Amazon package, a man claims he opened it to find that the high-end camera he ordered was missing, despite the order being marked as delivered.

Tourist Loses Both Hands After Trying to Take Photos of Shark

A Caribbean tourist suffered devastating injuries after a shark attacked her while she attempted to take a selfie near the water’s edge.

Fake Citations, Real Consequences: When AI Misleads the Court

Lawyers in Wyoming have found themselves in hot water after court filings included references to eight legal cases that do not exist.

Tamron Patent Points to Exciting New Lens

Tamron may be eyeing an ambitious new lens: a 200–800mm ultra-telephoto zoom for mirrorless cameras. A recently published patent in Japan reveals optical designs for a Tamron 200-800mm f/6.7 lens, as well as a companion 200-600mm f/5.6 design​.

Media Embrace Content Credentials to Fight Deepfakes

Media organizations and tech companies are increasingly adopting an open standard called Content Credentials to verify the authenticity of images and combat the spread of deepfakes. This standard, developed by a broad coalition, embeds provenance data and digital signatures into photos and videos, allowing anyone to check if and how a piece of media has been edited. Real-world implementations are already proving its value in news verification and helping restore trust in digital media.

Canon Just Came Up With a Weird Idea for Lighter Lenses

Canon is looking into resin (plastic) lens elements as a way to make professional camera lenses lighter, according to a newly uncovered patent. The patent outlines designs for zoom lenses that use plastic optical elements to cut down on weight, potentially revolutionizing the build of heavy telephoto lenses.

Want to Get Your Photography Event Funded? Here's a Million Dollars Ready to Be Claimed

Canon is looking into resin (plastic) lens elements as a way to make professional camera lenses lighter, according to a newly uncovered patent. The patent outlines designs for zoom lenses that use plastic optical elements to cut down on weight, potentially revolutionizing the build of heavy telephoto lenses.

Elon Musk’s $97.4 Billion “Take-Back” Offer: A Power Play or a Plot Twist?

If you thought that your relationship with your ex-wife was messy, you may not be the only one who feels like they’re in a game of relational chess. Elon Musk has thrown another curveball in his ongoing saga with OpenAI, offering to withdraw his jaw-dropping $97.4 billion bid. His one condition? OpenAI must abandon its pivot toward a for-profit model and return to its original nonprofit roots. (Audience cheers.) This latest maneuver adds yet another chapter to Musk’s very public clash with OpenAI’s leadership.

RED Digital Cinema Brings The Z Mount To Komodo-X and V-Raptor X

In the first big announcement since Nikon’s acquisition of RED Digital Cinema, the company now offers new options that open up the platform for a world of innovation.

Nikon Announces New Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ Power Zoom Lens Designed Specifically For Filmmakers

Furthering its commitment to professional filmmakers, Nikon today announced the new Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ power zoom lens, made specifically for film and video production.

Adobe Announces Firefly Generative AI Video Model

A videographer must master both the process of shooting and the process of editing to create a compelling final video. During the shooting phase, you capture the scenes necessary to assemble the final project in the editing phase. Once you begin editing, your only option is to work with the footage you captured during shooting. If you neglected to film a particular shot, there is no way to create it later. Today marks a paradigm shift with Adobe's announcement of a Firefly Video Model in public beta, making it possible to create video footage from scratch.

Broadcaster Under Fire for Potential Breach of Sexual Offences Act With AI-Generated Scarlett Johansson Footage

Channel 4 in the UK is facing legal criticism after airing a segment in its documentary Vicky Pattison: My Deepfake Sex Tape that featured an AI-generated image resembling Scarlett Johansson in lingerie—a move that legal experts suggest might contravene the Sexual Offences Act of 2003.

Do You Own The Best Photography Book of All Time?

The Decisive Moment is arguably one of the greatest photography books ever published, featuring photos from Henri Cartier-Bresson that capture the precise instant when all elements in a scene come together perfectly to create a powerful and meaningful image.

Nikon Patents a Super Exciting Lens

Nikon is exploring an innovative lens concept that could make portrait and wedding photographers drool.

Google Adds Watermarks to AI Photos

Google has introduced a digital watermarking system called SynthID to discreetly label images that are generated or heavily edited by artificial intelligence. The technology embeds an imperceptible identifier into the pixels of AI-created or AI-modified photos, which humans cannot see but software can detect​.

Camera Store Robbery Leaves Owner Injured

In New Port Richey, Florida, a local camera store became the scene of a violent robbery that left longtime owner Jim Smetzer injured and sent shockwaves through the community.

Drones Help Rescue Missing Dog After 3 Days

In Ohio, a rescue mission that unfolded over three days has highlighted how drone technology can step beyond creative use into real-world problem solving.

School Photographer Fired Over 'Soul-Stealing' Remarks

A photographer working during a routine picture day was fired after reportedly making bizarre and unsettling remarks to elementary school students.

Polarpro’s New Products To Help You Get To Grips With Your Leica Q3 or Fuji X100 Series

If you own a Leica Q3 or Fuji X100 series camera, you’ll fit into one of two camps: those who love the simple, old-school design of the cameras and are happy to use them as is, or those who don’t like the lack of grip. Up until now, there have been very few options to help those wanting a more comfortable solution when holding their little retro-styled cameras. But fear not, PolarPro has just launched a few products to solve this issue. And one of those options is rather sexy too!

Wedding Videographer Allegedly Scams 100+ Couples

More than one hundred newlyweds in the UK are caught in a nightmare after a wedding videographer allegedly took their money and failed to deliver on her promises. Police have arrested a 34-year-old wedding videographer on suspicion of fraud and theft following a flood of complaints from couples over missing wedding videos​

Nepotism Allegations at National Portrait Gallery (UK): Donor’s Exhibition Sparks Conflict of Interest Concerns

The National Portrait Gallery (NPG) in London is embroiled in a “nepotism” controversy after hosting a photography exhibition by Zoë Law, a former celebrity make-up artist turned photographer who was also a major donor to the museum’s recent £40 million refurbishment​. Law’s exhibit, titled Legends, opened in late 2024 and features black-and-white portraits of famous figures like Noel Gallagher, Sir Rod Stewart, and Kim Cattrall​. Critics have pointed out that Law has close ties to the gallery: she was married to hedge fund manager Andrew Law, and their family charitable foundation contributed significantly to the NPG’s renovation fund​.

Kansas Trail Camera Ban Revisited

In 2023, Kansas instituted a statewide ban on the use of trail cameras on public lands managed by the Department of Wildlife and Parks. This controversial rule was implemented after years of mounting complaints about camera misuse. That ban is being revisited.

Quantum Camera for Cancer Detection: Ultra-Sensitive Imaging to Spot Tumors Early

Scientists are reporting progress on a “quantum camera” that could vastly improve early cancer detection by capturing visual details that conventional medical imaging might miss. This next-generation camera is designed to be so sensitive that it can detect a single photon of light – the smallest possible unit of illumination. By leveraging principles of quantum physics, the device would produce extremely high-contrast, high-resolution images of biological tissues, potentially allowing doctors to see cancerous cells or tumors at a much earlier stage than current technology permits​.

Getty Images and Verizon Announce $20,000 Grant to Improve Disability Representation in Professional Settings

Getty Images, in collaboration with Verizon and the National Disability Leadership Alliance (NDLA), has announced a $20,000 creative grant aimed at improving the representation of the disability community in workplace imagery. This initiative seeks to challenge traditional portrayals by focusing on the professional contributions of people with disabilities rather than the often-limited contexts seen in mainstream visual media.

Sony Expands Creators’ Cloud With Direct Uploads to Google Drive and Adobe Lightroom

Sony has announced an update to its Creators’ Cloud platform, bringing new features to its Creators’ App. The latest version, 2.6.0, allows users to automatically transfer images and videos directly from select Sony cameras to Google Drive or Adobe Lightroom, simplifying cloud-based workflows for photographers and videographers.

Nikon To Release The Long Anticipated NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S Prime Lens

Nikon’s line of prime lenses just got a lot stronger with a professional lens that promises to be a staple in many a photographer’s kit for years to come: the brand-new NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.2 S.

Nikon Announces New COOLPIX P1100 With 125x Zoom Range

Nikon has just announced an update to its popular line of superzoom cameras with the Nikon COOLPIX P1100.

This New Netflix Series Is a Visual Feast and an Inspiration for Photographers

Nikon has just announced an update to its popular line of superzoom cameras with the Nikon COOLPIX P1100.

US Copyright Office: Some AI-Generated Images Can Be Protected – With Conditions

The United States Copyright Office has released a much-anticipated report clarifying how US copyright law applies to artwork created with the help of artificial intelligence. The takeaway: if an AI-generated image includes enough original creative input from a human, it can be eligible for copyright – at least partially​.

Real Estate Photographer Sues Over Allegedly Stolen Listing Photos

How would you feel if photos you created were used to sell million-dollar homes without your permission? That’s exactly what one real estate photographer alleges in a new lawsuit that’s making waves in the property industry.

Tired of Instagram? Photographers Flock Back to Flickr for the Love of Photos

Are you fed up with Instagram’s algorithms and TikTok’s endless videos? You’re not alone. There’s a growing movement in the photography community: people are returning to Flickr, an “old-school” photo-sharing platform, in search of a better experience​.

Nikon’s Long-Awaited 35mm f/1.2 Lens Finally Expected This Week

Nikon users, you’ve been hearing whispers about a pro-grade 35mm lens for years – and it looks like it’s almost here. A Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 lens is rumored to be announced in the next few days​.

Police Seize Photos from Texas Museum in Unprecedented Move

Imagine visiting a photo exhibit and finding out the police removed some of the artworks. That’s exactly what happened in Fort Worth, Texas. Four photographs by famed photographer Sally Mann were seized by police from the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth amid allegations that they might constitute child pornography​.

Sony’s Cutting-Edge Technology to Capture Every Moment of Super Bowl LIX

As Super Bowl LIX approaches, Sony is set to play a major role in capturing the spectacle with an extensive array of cameras and technology.

Peakto Search for Lightroom and Capture One Adds Two Compelling Features

CYME announces that Peakto Search, the Mac-only plugin for Lightroom Classic and Capture One, is back with two new features designed to make creators’ lives easier: Instant Speech Search and Custom Metadata Display.

OM System Hints at a New Mirrorless Camera

OM System is teasing new gear that will be released soon.

Canon Announces RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM Lens for Versatile Content Creation

Canon has introduced the RF 16-28mm f/2.8 IS STM, a compact and versatile wide angle zoom lens for Canon mirrorless cameras. This lens caters to both professional and hobbyist creators, combining sharp optics, fast autofocus, and advanced stabilization systems to deliver exceptional performance in photo and video applications.

Instagram Kills the Square Grid: How to Adapt to the New 4:5 Layout and Keep Your Feed Looking Perfect

This morning, as I opened Instagram, something felt off. My meticulously arranged grid of square thumbnails—the hallmark of the platform since its inception—looked different. Taller. Instagram has officially replaced its iconic 1:1 square grid with a new 4:5 portrait-oriented format, marking a significant shift in the app’s layout.

Adobe Announces Major Updates Ahead of Sundance 2025

Adobe has introduced significant updates to its flagship video and motion design tools—Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Frame.io—just in time for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. These enhancements aim to streamline workflows for filmmakers, editors, and motion designers, reducing tedious processes and enabling faster creativity.

Panasonic Announces Four New 4K 60p 10-Bit Professional Camcorders

Panasonic has unveiled four new 4K professional camcorders designed for high-quality video production, broadcasting, and live streaming The AG-CX20, HC-X2100, HC-X1600, and HC-X1200 models combine 4K 60p 10-bit recording with advanced features in a compact and lightweight design, making them suitable for a wide range of users, from solo filmmakers to professional production teams

Leica Launches the New 24 MP SL3-S

Since the debut of its SL-System in 2015, Leica Camera AG has continually pushed the boundaries of professional innovation and has again done so with the new addition to the Leica SL range, the new 24 MP SL3-S. Designed for professionals who demand both precision and creativity, the SL3-S combines Leica’s cutting-edge technology with their signature craftsmanship.