The L Mount was first introduced by Leica in 2014. It was developed as a new lens mount standard designed to unify full frame and APS-C mirrorless systems. What began as a proprietary mount for Leica cameras evolved into something much more significant with the formation of the L Mount Alliance in 2018. This partnership brought together Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma—three industry heavyweights with distinct strengths: optical heritage, video innovation, and third-party lens versatility. The idea was simple yet ambitious: to create a shared ecosystem of cameras and lenses under a single mount, offering users cross-brand compatibility and long-term investment value.

Apple’s little silver square has always been a study in contrasts: tiny yet ambitious, quiet yet powerful, simple yet surprisingly adaptable. The latest model—powered by the new M4 family—raises the bar again.

Photography, often a silent yet powerful witness to disasters such as the recent California wildfires, now finds itself at the forefront of recovery efforts, becoming a source of support, memory preservation, and communal healing.

Ricoh Imaging has officially announced the development of the GR IV, the newest model in its GR series of compact digital cameras. Scheduled to be released in Autumn 2025, the GR IV continues the GR tradition of prioritizing high image quality, responsiveness, and portability, aiming to be a versatile and highly capable snapshot camera.

Wide angle macro lenses are a rare breed, but the Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/4.5 Macro lens brings intriguing possibilities to your photography. Its unique ability to merge ultra-wide perspectives with macro capabilities offers you creative flexibility that standard lenses can’t easily match.

Nikon has announced that, starting June 23, 2025, prices on its products in the U.S. will increase due to newly imposed tariffs. This move comes as the company navigates significant shifts in trade policy that are affecting the broader photography industry.

Religious freedom and civil rights collided once again in a federal courtroom, where a judge ruled that faith-based objections can override state anti-discrimination protections under specific circumstances.

While tilt-shift lenses are most commonly associated with architectural and landscape work, they offer some seriously underrated creative potential in wedding photography, especially when it comes to portraits and environmental storytelling.

Choosing between shade and backlighting for outdoor portraits can dramatically affect how your subject appears. Knowing when to use each can elevate the quality and style of your photography significantly.

Every photographer faces the decision about what cameras to own, but it's not just about brands like Canon, Sony, or Nikon. It’s about understanding the role each camera plays in your photography, matching gear with purpose to truly improve how and why you shoot.

Lightroom Classic offers powerful tools, but many users overlook the potential of luminance and color masks for enhancing landscapes, especially skies. Knowing how to skillfully apply these masks can significantly improve your photos, adding depth and drama.

If you’ve been keeping an eye on upcoming Canon announcements, there's one release rumored to significantly shake up the market. With increased resolution, powerful video upgrades, and improved autofocus on the horizon, this Canon model could make it worthwhile to reconsider whether your current gear still meets your needs.

Samsung is exploring a smartphone design that allows users to swap out camera lenses, similar to how photographers change lenses on traditional cameras. This concept, detailed in a recent patent, suggests a future where mobile photography could be significantly more versatile.

Share a photo in an online community, and you’ll likely receive all kinds of feedback. Some will offer praise; others will point out flaws. But there’s one skill many photographers overlook—one that could hold the key to making your work stronger.

Fujifilm has announced the X half, a new premium compact digital camera that draws inspiration from traditional half frame film cameras. The X half camera aims to merge compact portability with modern digital convenience, targeting photographers seeking dedicated devices complementary to their smartphones.

It’s been a while since I’ve used a lens that felt like a must-have. That's because most lenses have simply been upgraded versions of past offerings. But this lens is different.

Lightroom contains powerful tools hidden just below the surface. Knowing these can significantly improve your workflow, giving you more control over your images.

This flash accessory pack is a must-have for anyone with the Neewer Q4 flash. Furthermore, they increase the versatility and, therefore, desirability of the flash. Here are some examples of what the modifiers do.

Cheating in filmmaking isn’t about cutting corners—it's about creatively solving problems by bending reality to sell a convincing illusion. Understanding how to use these subtle techniques can dramatically improve your skills and make your videos look professional without expensive gear or elaborate setups.

When you're looking to capture a sense of place or a cinematic feel, shooting on location isn’t always practical or affordable. Using a digital projector might be your solution to creating vivid, believable scenes without leaving your studio.

Adobe Photoshop’s frame tool recently got a substantial upgrade that makes it more versatile and useful, especially if you're creating unique visuals or presenting images for sale. This tool often goes unnoticed, yet it opens up new creative options and practical applications.

If you're still editing your photos in Lightroom Classic the same way you always have, the addition of AI-powered masking could significantly change your approach. Adobe's updates have transformed what used to be complex adjustments into simple and powerful masking tools that provide better results faster.

Do you struggle to see your camera screen in bright light or fine-tune critical focus? This compact tool might be the simplest upgrade to transform how you shoot in the field, without changing your camera. Here's why a 7-inch external monitor could be the piece you didn’t know you were missing.

I’ve spent a lot of time pondering the best prime lens to use in recent years, as I’ve wanted to keep my gear to a minimum. Not so much to save on bulk or weight when taking it on a trip somewhere, but more to simplify my photography. I like just having one or two prime lenses. It forces me to work a little harder and look a little harder for compositions. That, to me, is what photography is all about. We should put a little effort into our craft and enjoy the process as we do it.

PSD templates streamline your workflow by packaging complex Photoshop effects into reusable files. Learning how to create your own means custom tools that exactly match your style and specific needs.

Sony Electronics has officially announced the GP-VPT3 Multi-Function Shooting Grip and the RMT-VP2 Wireless Remote Commander, both featuring Bluetooth wireless technology. These products are designed for use with Sony's Alpha Series cameras and Vlog Camera Series.

Understanding how light behaves is essential to taking control of your photos. Lighting not only elevates your technical skill but directly shapes how your viewers feel about your images.

I have wondered what it is that makes one photograph effective and another just a big yawn. Why is it that one photographer can make a photograph of an object and everyone's jaw drops to the floor, and another can make almost exactly the same photograph and no one is impressed—except the photographer’s mother, knowing being impressed is part of a mother's job description?

Finding the right wide angle lens is critical if you're shooting real estate, landscapes, or even vlogging. Here's a look at two popular options from Canon.

Editing can make or break your images, and mastering the details separates polished work from amateur results. Knowing what pitfalls to avoid can significantly improve your photos and streamline your workflow.

Adobe's recent shift toward the AI-focused Creative Cloud Pro plan makes now an ideal moment for photographers to reconsider their reliance on Adobe products. With the company automatically migrating subscribers to this pricier tier starting June 17, 2025, costs for individuals on annual plans are increasing from $60 to $70 monthly, and from $90 to $105 for month-to-month subscribers.

You don’t get good fast prime lenses at a bargain price—definitely not below $400. That’s what we thought. But this lens from Sirui seems to be an absolute hidden gem that we need to talk about.

Editing photos can be a challenge. With so many sliders and options to choose from, sometimes it makes sense to understand some fundamentals to build upon. Understanding the effect of undertones on the colors in an image can help bring sense to what might seem unpredictable.

Creating a clean, white background for portraits can be tricky, especially if you’re limited to just one light. Getting this right without relying on heavy editing can improve your skill set and streamline your workflow.

ASUS has unveiled its new high-performance desktop, the ROG G700, featuring advanced specifications tailored for demanding gaming and creeative tasks. Available with either AMD or Intel processors, the ROG G700 aims to deliver robust performance, easy upgradeability, and efficient thermal management.

Photography is an art form, but it can also be a powerful vehicle for social change. With the stability of our global food supply threatened by the startling collapse of bee colonies, one photographer is using his work to raise awareness of their plight and the consequences of neglecting it.

ASUS has unveiled its latest gaming laptops for 2025, the ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16, each targeting gamers and creative professionals looking for powerful performance in portable designs. Both laptops offer notable updates in display quality, processing power, and advanced cooling systems.

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) has unveiled its latest generation of gaming laptops, the 2025 ROG Strix G16 and G18 series, featuring two distinct versions powered by Intel and AMD processors. Both editions bring significant enhancements to performance, display technology, cooling systems, and overall build quality.

ASUS has announced its latest laptop designed for creative professionals, the ProArt P16 (H7606), featuring high-end specifications tailored to the demands of digital artists, video editors, and content creators.

Open your inbox and you might see an invitation titled “Referrals.” If you’re one of a small group of U.S. creators, Instagram is offering real money—up to $20,000—for steering people to the app during a six-week pilot that began in mid-May.

On May 17, photographer Edwin Blanco and agency BackGrid USA filed separate suits alleging superstar Jennifer Lopez posted pictures of herself without the permission of the photographer.

On Monday, President Donald Trump signed the “Take It Down Act” into law, putting the United States among the first countries to impose criminal penalties on creators of non-consensual deepfake and revenge porn content. The bill, passed by a broad bipartisan majority in Congress, targets the rising threat of AI-generated explicit imagery and videos, especially those shared online without the subject’s consent.

If you love photographing vast landscapes, ancient cities, and magnificent architecture, you'll enjoy a visit to Morocco. In this article, I show you five of the best photo spots in the country.

Lighting portraits demands creativity and a clear vision. Whether you're aiming for elegance or drama, understanding lighting setups can dramatically improve your portrait photography.

Composition can make or break your landscape photography. Knowing how to direct attention, shape the viewer’s experience, and keep an image balanced transforms average photos into compelling ones.

Skylum and Google have teamed up to bring Luminar Photo Editor to Android and ChromeOS. This move opens up powerful AI-driven editing tools to a wider range of mobile and Chromebook users.

The Faroe Islands offer stunning landscapes, but your best photos there might not feature the epic cliffs or famous waterfalls. Instead, they could reflect a more personal side of your photographic journey, revealing moments you'd least expect.

Photography road trips often unfold in ways you don't anticipate, and learning how to handle these surprises can drastically shape your experience. Managing uncertainty effectively can help you create images that genuinely reflect your personal journey.

Adobe's new Adaptive Color Profile uses AI to analyze an image, adjusting color, tone, and contrast of raw images. Unlike presets, Adaptive Color Profile is not a "one size fits all." How would it work with night photography images, which are notoriously difficult for AI to interpret?