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.
Lawyers in Wyoming have found themselves in hot water after court filings included references to eight legal cases that do not exist.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 is exploring an innovative lens concept that could make portrait and wedding photographers drool.
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.
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.
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.
A photographer working during a routine picture day was fired after reportedly making bizarre and unsettling remarks to elementary school students.
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!
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
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.
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.
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, 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 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’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 has just announced an update to its popular line of superzoom cameras with the Nikon COOLPIX P1100.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 is teasing new gear that will be released soon.
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.
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 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 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
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.
Westcott has unveiled the FJ800 and FJ400 II Touchscreen Strobes, marking the latest additions to its FJ Wireless Flash System. These strobes are designed to provide professional photographers with advanced features for improved speed, flexibility, and precision in lighting setups.
When setting up a shoot for a client, it is important to have clear communication among all parties involved in the shoot. Once the shoot is over, however, communication about how the deliverables are to be prepared is just as important. To make this communication as smooth as possible, Adobe has announced a new tool that will be added to Photoshop.
Hollyland has officially unveiled its latest wireless mic solution, the Lark M2S microphone. Tailored for content creators who demand excellent audio quality without compromising convenience or dominating the shot, this sixth-generation Lark Series microphone delivers on multiple fronts. Here’s why this ultra-mini wireless microphone deserves a spot in your production toolkit.
Pergear has introduced the second-generation 12mm f/2 lens, bringing improvements in design and functionality to this affordable APS-C wide angle lens. Here’s a closer look at what the new Pergear 12mm f/2 II lens has to offer.
Adobe is adjusting the pricing of its popular photography plans, a change that impacts many users who rely on Lightroom, Photoshop, and other tools for their work. This is the first price hike since 2013, so understanding what’s changing and what it means for you is important to avoid surprises or unnecessary adjustments to your workflow.
The manufacturers of ON1 Photo RAW are releasing a new product under their new Pro brand. The first product, Lightpanel, uses AI-driven features that allow professional photographers to cull, review, and edit thousands of photos.
As press releases go, this one was brief. But short can sometimes be significant, as Nikon announced today a new version of firmware that brings to its mirrorless cameras a staple of the film industry: shutter angle.
One skill a photographer must develop is determining which elements in a scene have the most potential to draw the viewer’s attention in the final image. Reducing the visual mass of distracting elements is crucial in directing the viewer’s attention. Sometimes, it is a matter of physically moving an object in the composition. Other times, it’s a matter of the photographer moving their position. Using a different focal length can help to emphasize or de-emphasize certain elements.
Vivo has launched its latest flagship smartphones, the X200 and X200 Pro, to the global market. The most notable change is that Vivo has used a smaller camera sensor this year compared to the X100 Pro models.
Imagen, a leading AI-powered platform designed for photographers, has announced its new "Edit to Delivery" feature, simplifying the entire post-production workflow. This latest addition enables photographers to focus more on creativity while reducing time-consuming tasks such as culling, editing, backing up, and now, delivering photos.
An open letter from Elia Locardi and Team Radiant Photo to the photography community.
