Police Search for Missing Photographer Who ‘Vanished’ at LAX
A police search is underway for photographer Hannah Kobayashi who vanished on her way to New York City where she had a photo job planned.
50 Extraordinary Photos, Including Rare Henri Cartier-Bresson Works, Go to Auction
An extraordinary collection of 50 photographs, owned by Henri Cartier-Bresson's brother-in-law, went to auction this week.
Fujifilm x Google Collab With a Pixel 9 Pro-Themed Instax Mini Link 3 Printer
Fujifilm and Google announced a collaboration between Fujifilm's Instax series and Google's flagship Pixel 9 Pro smartphone.
Influencer Arrested After Posting TikTok Video With Stolen Goods
A mom vlogger was arrested for shoplifting after she allegedly posted a TikTok video featuring a haul of her stolen items.
Man Finds ‘Huge Scar’ on Google Maps and Discovers Unnoticed Tornado
A researcher discovered a ferocious tornado that no one knew about after he spotted a "huge scar" on Google Maps.
Huion Has Sales Right Now for Every Creative Need
Creativity meets affordability this month with Huion’s latest deals. Photographers, designers, and artists can now enhance their workspaces with pen displays and tablets.
Sony Reusing an Image Sensor in the a1 II Is Not That Weird
A lot of the conversation surrounding Sony's new flagship camera, the a1 II, concerns the camera's image sensor. The 50-megapixel backside-illuminated stacked sensor is the same as the one featured in the original a1 which released in 2021. While some describe the reused sensor as disappointing, it is normal for Sony to use the same sensor across multiple iterations of the same camera series.
Man Who Took Photo of ‘Welcome to Florida’ Caused Fatal Car Accident, Police Say
A man allegedly caused a fatal car accident that killed his niece and three nephews after slowing to take a photo on I-95 of the "Welcome to Florida" sign.
Photographer Captures Volcanic Lava Destroying Parts of Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
A photographer has shared a series of dramatic photos showing volcanic lava engulfing areas around the Blue Lagoon in Iceland after the Sundhnúka crater erupted.
Image of ‘Amelia Earhart’s Plane’ Turns Out to be a Big Rock
Last January, a crew trying to find Amelia Earhart's plane wreckage captured an intriguing image that, they speculated, could show the 1937 crash site. It turns out they were wrong.
DJI’s Tiny New 10-Gram Wireless Mic Mini Promises Pro Audio Performance
The DJI Mic 2 has proven extremely popular among content creators thanks to its excellent audio quality and wireless functionality. DJI's new Mic Mini, weighing just 10 grams (0.35 ounces), promises to pack great wireless mic performance into an extremely compact package.
Watch How Sigma Makes Its Excellent 70-200mm f/2.8 Lens
A new YouTube video showcases the incredibly detailed process of how Sigma manufactures a 70-200mm zoom lens from start to finish.
The Best Budget 35mm Film Cameras in 2024
The resurgence of film photography in recent years has breathed new life into the world of analog cameras and for many, the 35mm format remains the gold standard. Its perfect balance of image quality, convenience, and affordability makes it a favorite among both newcomers and seasoned photographers.
‘One of the Most Remarkable’ Leica Camera Prototypes Ever Sells for Over $2.1 Million
Earlier this month, the Leitz Photographica Auction previewed some of the 423 lots that were for sale over the weekend in Vienna, Austria, including a rare Leica M prototype auction organizers expected to sell for as much as 700,000 euros (about $735,000). Now that the auction has occurred, it turns out the estimate was far too low -- the Leica M prototype sold for 2,040,000 euros ($2,143,509).
Nikon’s Arcrest II Gold Filters Look Incredible but Are Japan-Only For Now
Way back in 2017, Nikon expanded from lenses into lens accessories with the launch of the Arcrest line pro-level filters. It recently announced a new Gold Edition set that adds Nikon's iconic gold ring to any of its lenses.
Deal Alert: Save on Popular SIGMA Lenses This Holiday Season
SIGMA has been crafting lenses specifically designed to appeal to every type of photographer since the launch of SIGMA Global Vision back in 2012. Since then, SIGMA has been innovating the most standard of workhorse zooms to the apex of niche astrophotography gear. This year, SIGMA announced several new takes on old favorites, including the 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN II | Art -- a reinvention of a classic complete with more bells and whistles than ever before.
Canon Eyes Nikon’s Popular Compact Telephoto Lenses With New Patents
Newly filed patents in Japan suggest Canon is, at the very least, considering bringing new telephoto and super-telephoto prime lenses to its EOS R mirrorless camera system, with numerous designs promising relatively compact and lightweight alternatives to exotic lenses.
The Boya Mini Is the World’s Tiniest Wireless Mic
Boya unveiled the Boya Mini, a tiny wireless microphone with a USB-C or Lightning connection that promises studio-quality sound in the field.
Gray Wolves Seen on Camera in California National Park For First Time in 100 Years
A pack of gray wolves was spotted on a camera trap in California’s Lassen Volcanic National Park for the first time in almost 100 years.
William Eggleston Print Sells for $1.44 Million at Auction
A print of William Eggleston's has set a new record for the highest price achieved by the photographer after it was sold at a Christie's New York auction.
FilmNeverDie’s $230 Nana is a New Metal 35mm Film Point-and-Shoot
While slightly delayed from its original June 2024 target date, FilmNeverDie's Nana 35mm point-and-shoot camera is available worldwide. The passion project from founder Gary Wong appeared for pre-order just over a year ago.
Billionaire Wins Court Battle Against Meta Over His Image in Deepfake Ads
Polish billionaire Rafal Brzoska says he has won his court battle against Meta over the use of his image in AI-generated deepfake ads.
I Was Cast as a Photographer in a Historical Movie About a Maryland Town
Boomtown is a local independent movie by Big Picture Media. It chronicles key moments in the history of downtown Frederick, Maryland through the lens of the Frederick News Post and their first African American chief photographer, Amos Brown.
AI Tool Takes Old Photos and Breathes Life Into Them
A new AI tool will bring old family photos to life by animating the people in them. Allowing users to "relive your favorite memories by turning any photo into a short video clip."
Radiant Photo 2 Uses AI to Improve Image Editing Without Taking Control from Photographers
Radiant Imaging Labs announced the launch of Radiant Photo 2, the latest major release of the company's photo editing software built to preserve color and help photographers get the most from their images.
One-of-a-Kind Leica Camera Sells for $3.8 Million at Auction
The first OstLicht camera auction on Chinese soil included some heavy hitters, including a one-of-a-kind Leica camera that sold for an incredible record sum of 3.62 million euros, or just about $3.8 million.
Freelance Photographer Arrested for Alleged Role in 2021 Capitol Riot
A freelance photographer was arrested for allegedly being part of the mob that attacked the U.S. Capitol during the January 6 riots.
Luma AI Revamps its Dream Machine Video Generator Letting Users Create Clips From Images
Luma Labs has given its Dream Machine AI video generator a makeover by introducing a new text-to-image foundation model called Photon.
Aerial Photographer Killed in Plane Crash During Training Exercise
A photographer and a pilot were killed after a Civil Air Patrol plane crashed while conducting an aerial photography training exercise this weekend.
Excire’s Time-Saving Photography Software Is 48% Off Through Cyber Monday
Excire’s photo-management software has been rapidly growing in popularity thanks to its time-saving AI solutions to common photography problems - and this Cyberweek, you have a unique opportunity to grab the company’s latest programs for a bargain price.