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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.

Adobe Adds 90 Free Effects, Transitions, and Animations to Premiere Pro

Adobe’s professional video editing software has been popular among professionals and amateurs for over 30 years. One reason for the program’s longevity is the consistent addition of new features. Today, Adobe has announced major updates for timeline editing, video playback, and audio editing.

Canon’s Latest CINE-SERVO Lens Targets Broadcast and Virtual Production

Canon has announced the CINE-SERVO 11-55mm T2.95-3.95, a new cinema zoom designed for productions ranging from sports and live events to broadcast and scripted projects. The lens covers Super 35 sensors natively and can expand to full frame when using its built-in 1.5x extender.

Canon Unveils RF 85mm f/1.4 L VCM Lens for Portraits and Video

Canon has announced the RF 85mm f/1.4 L VCM, a new RF-mount prime lens aimed at photographers and filmmakers who need a versatile short-telephoto option for portraits, events, and hybrid productions. The lens is part of Canon’s L-series and introduces a Voice Coil Motor (VCM) focusing drive designed to deliver fast, precise autofocus performance for both stills and video.

U.S. Users Can Now Autofocus on Stars With Pentax K-1

Do you wish your camera could autofocus on stars—without reframing? Good news. The venerable Pentax K-1 DSLR now has Star AF available in the U.S. Autofocusing on pinpoint stars just got a whole lot easier—and you can forget endless pixel-peeping.

Nikon Announces New Nikon Z f Silver Edition

Photographers who like to add a bit of style to their photographic flow can rejoice as Nikon is finally adding a silver option to its line of pocketable street cameras, the Nikon Z f.

Viltrox Joins the L-Mount Alliance

Viltrox has officially joined the L-Mount Alliance, expanding the group of companies committed to supporting the standardized lens mount. The alliance, which began in 2018, was originally founded by Leica, Panasonic, and Sigma, and has since grown to include brands such as DJI, Blackmagic Design, Samyang Optics, and Sirui.

DJI Unveils Mic 3: A Smarter, Lighter Wireless Audio System for Creators

DJI has expanded its OsmoAudio™ ecosystem with the launch of the DJI Mic 3, a next-generation mini wireless microphone that combines the compactness of Mic Mini with the functionality of Mic 2—giving creators professional-grade sound in a compact, easy-to-use package.

Broncolor Announces Stelos 800 L Battery Monolight With Adjustable Flash Color Temperature

Broncolor has announced the Stelos 800 L, a battery-powered monolight delivering 800 joules and a notably compact design. The unit adds adjustable flash color temperature, a feature the company has typically reserved for its power packs, alongside high-speed sync, V-mount battery support, and USB-C power input. Availability is slated for September 2025 through authorized partners.

Zoner Studio Wins EISA Photo Software Award for 2025–2026

Zoner Studio has been named EISA Photo Software of the Year 2025–2026, an honor that highlights its balance of accessibility and professional-grade performance. The award, presented by the Expert Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), recognizes products that stand out for innovation, usability, and impact across the photo industry.

Hasselblad Announces X2D II 100C Medium Format Camera and XCD 35–100mm f/2.8–4 Lens

Hasselblad has unveiled the X2D II 100C, a 100-megapixel medium format body that expands on the original X2D with HDR capture, AF-C continuous autofocus, and a stabilization system the company rates at up to 10 stops. The announcement also includes a new standard zoom, the XCD 2.8–4/35–100E, along with a line of 86mm filters and a camera backpack.

Pandemonium Erupts at the US Open After Photographer Steps on Court

The opening round of the 2025 US Open was supposed to be a routine night of tennis. Instead, it turned into one of the wildest scenes the sport has witnessed in years, complete with a photographer on the court, a furious Daniil Medvedev berating the chair umpire, and Benjamin Bonzi somehow surviving the chaos to win in five sets.

Godox Announces AD400Pro II With Faster Freeze Mode and Smarter Wireless Control

Godox has announced the AD400Pro II, the follow-up to its popular 400 Ws all-in-one outdoor strobe. The original AD400Pro became a go-to for many photographers thanks to its balance of power, portability, and cost. With the new generation, Godox is adding refinements aimed at making the light faster, more flexible, and easier to use in multi-light setups. Here's everything new in the strobe.

VSCO Launches Workspace, a Customizable CRM for Photographers

VSCO has introduced VSCO Workspace, a studio and client-management platform that integrates the Táve Studio Manager CRM and adds new tools aimed at helping photographers run day-to-day operations in one place. The software is designed to scale from solo operators to multi-person studios, with an emphasis on workflow automation and business organization.

Apple Chooses Samsung Over Sony for US Image Sensor Supply

Samsung Electronics will manufacture three-layer stacked image sensors for Apple’s iPhone 18 at its Austin, Texas, plant, using a chipmaking technology described as a global first. The deal fits with Apple’s pledge to invest $100 billion in U.S. manufacturing.

BOYA Launches a Unique and Versatile 4-in-1 Mic Kit For Creators

Getting into video production? Want to record a podcast? Maybe interview someone for a vlog? There are microphone solutions for all of these individual audio scenarios, but there isn’t any one handy solution that covers them all. Until now.

Introducing DJI’s First 360-Degree Camera: Osmo 360, With a Video Capable of up to 8K 50 fps

The leader of the drone market has spoken. Answering the gap in the market, DJI officially steps into the 360-degree camera arena with the Osmo 360—a bold move, and perhaps an overdue one, considering the brand’s legacy in imaging innovation. This isn’t just another consumer-grade spherical camera. It’s DJI’s statement piece, a professional imaging tool armed with 1-inch 360° imaging and the first 360° camera with native 8K 50fps video capabilities.

Adobe Announces Improved Remove Tool

There is an ever-increasing number of features added to our cameras, designed to simplify tasks such as focusing and determining the correct exposure. I love the process of taking pictures, and this move toward a reliance on automation is of little interest to me. However, I am far more skilled at taking photos than editing them, so I welcome Adobe’s determination to simplify tasks like removing objects, adjusting color, or smoothing skin.

Antigravity Launches New 360 Drone Brand for Aerial Storytelling

Antigravity, a new drone brand incubated by Insta360 in collaboration with third-party partners, officially launched today. The company aims to redefine aerial exploration and storytelling by introducing drones that offer immersive 360-degree video capture, combined with user-friendly controls.