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Insta360 X5: 5 Features We Hope to See
The Insta360 X4 is a highly capable 360 action camera, used by professionals and amateurs alike. It’s hard to think of means by which the company could improve upon the design: with 8K footage, an ultra-lightweight design and AI-powered editing capabilities; the X4 is a...
Samsung’s S25 camera is rumored to be better than the iPhone 16’s, with a few caveats
With the imminent arrival of the iPhone 16, eyes are turning back for the response from their major competitor, Samsung. We’ve reported before on the potential specifications for the Samsung Galaxy S25, and the knee-jerk reaction to them is to posit that they are superior to...
Best iPhone 16 Trade-In Deals: Here’s Where to Pre Order and Buy
The iPhone 16 pre orders are officially live. After a short wait from Monday’s Glowtime event, Apple and their affiliates have lined up a series of deals to help make these new high-end smartphones worth your while. Depending on your local providers, you may be entitled to...
iPhone 16 Pre Orders Start Today: Here’s When You Can Buy One
The iPhone 16 range was announced with much fanfare on Monday as part of Apple’s Glowtime event, and now just a few days later the smartphone series is available for prepurchase. There are plenty of retailers gearing up for the iPhone 16 pre order cycle, but all are waiting...
Opinion: Between Apple Intelligence and “Cinematic” Video, the iPhone 16 is spread far too thin
Apple’s Glowtime event has been and gone, and with it came the iPhone 16: Apple’s latest iteration of smartphone. As part of the package, Apple Intelligence is finally taking the training wheels off with a suite of new features headed for your pocket, starting September...
iPhone 16 Pro Max Size and Camera: What’s Changed?
Though the differences between iPhone generations are limited outside of the core design, there are still distinguishable upgrades from one iPhone model to the next. In the case of the iPhone 16 range, it’s the iPhone 16 Pro Max’s camera and storage capabilities that have...
iPhone 16 Battery Life Improved for Pro and Pro Max Models
The iPhone 16 range has finally been unveiled today at Apple’s Glowtime event. The new range, consisting of a quartet of new differently-optimized smartphones, boast a suite of improvements, among them being improvements to the battery and battery life. So if you’re starting...
iPhone 16 Price, Pre Order and Where to Buy
The iPhone 16 range is finally here: after months of speculation and a few trusty leaks, today’s Glowtime event officially unveiled Apple’s newest iteration of smartphone. With multiple models to choose from, those looking to upgrade their phone to the newest model need to...
Sigma announced the 10-18mm F/2.8 DC DN for the Canon RF Mount
Sigma is expanding its lineup of Canon RF Mount lenses with the addition of the Sigma 10-18mm F/2.8 DC DN Contemporary ultra-wide. The newly announced lens is designed for APS-C mirrorless cameras such as the EOS R7, R50, and R100.
The new Sigma 10-18mm F/2.8 DC DN is made...
Apple Watch 10 Screen Size 30% Bigger Than Ultra, With Improved Battery Life
The Apple Watch 10 is officially on its way: Apple’s newest smartwatch range comes in a range of materials and colors, as ever with Apple, along with huge across-the-board changes to quality and features. But most concerning for the primary use of the wearable is the Apple...
Apple Watch 10 Pre Order & Best Trade In Deals
Apple’s Glowtime event has been and gone, having dropped a monumental announcement of 4 new iPhone models, a new iteration of AirPods, and the details on the Apple Watch 10. This next generation of smartwatch almost stole the spotlight from the iPhone 16 range: with its...
Apple Announcement 2024: What to Expect from Glowtime Event
A simple teaser, stating “It’s Glowtime”, has been the first hint we’ve had of Apple’s 2024 announcement event, happening later today. With just hours left on the clock, anticipation is high for this event that should usher in the next generation of iPhone, Apple Watch, and...
Leica M11-D Release Date Rumors: Is a New Leica Body on the Way?
Though Leica occupies a proportionally small amount of the camera market, its products are always eagerly anticipated by professional photographers worldwide. And with the latest reports suggesting we could get a Leica M11-D release date before the end of September 2024,...
GoPro Hero & GoPro Hero 13 Black Available to Pre Order
Action cameras continue to be an ultra-popular market, with new releases from companies like Insta360, DJI and GoPro becoming an annual event in our calendars. As we pass the yearly threshold, we now have a confirmed GoPro Hero and GoPro Hero 13 release date and specs to...
Canon Handheld Vlogging Camera Patent: What Can We Expect?
Like with any major manufacturer, product development is a constant and lengthy process. Often research and development proves fruitless, but what public displays companies engage in can indicate what the manufacturers are prioritizing - such is the case with this recent...
What is the Mysterious Sony Alpha Camera Rumored to Launch Before the End of 2024?
Sony has already had a successful 2024: with the (albeit delayed) launch of the ZV-E10 II and the recent release of their new 85mm G Master lens, the company shows no signs of stopping. But one rumor that has been plaguing the company since early this year is reports that Q4...
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro Release Date Announcement Possibly Approaches
Amongst DJI’s many prospective product launches at present - including a potential new mirrorless camera through to new drones - many are wondering if the company is leaving behind other facets of their industry. Though we haven’t yet got an officially DJI Osmo Action 5...
First images for the Sigma 28-105mm F/2.8 FE lens have leaked online
Sony is getting an exciting new lens in the Sigma 28-105 F/2.8 FE. While details about the lens have been scarce, the first images have already leaked online.
The leaked image of the Sigma 28-105 F/2.8 lens was shared by Sony Alpha Rumors on X. It shows the top view of the...
DJI Neo Officially Announced: Specs, Price and Release Date
There has been a flurry of DJI leaks and announcements in the past weeks, but it was only a few days ago that the company themselves put forward anything resembling official word. Teasing a DJI Neo announcement, the company put out this minimal posting telling us to prepare...
Will the Samsung Galaxy S25 Exclusively use Snapdragon Chips?
We recently did a roundup of all the rumors surrounding the Samsung Galaxy S25, including one leak that comprehensively listed the new smartphone’s entire range of components. One element that we were somewhat curious about was the processor that the new smartphone would...
A Photographer’s Guide to the iPhone 16 Pro
The Apple iPhone 16 and 16 Pro models are just a week from being revealed and there is palpable excitement in the air. Many of our photographer friends are already asking: will it be worth it to upgrade to the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro?
While the official specs of the iPhone...
The 3 Best Labor Day Camera Phone Deals: Pixel 9 Fold, Galaxy S24, & OnePlus 12R
Labor Day continues to highlight great-value deals across multiple platforms, and we’ve compiled some fantastic smartphone offerings. All of these units have great built-in cameras for easy on-the-go photography. With another day on the clock for these offers, you have...
Rumor: Hasselblad will announce a new wide-angle zoom lens in September
Hasselblad is rumored to be making a big addition to its lens lineup next month. According to one trusted source, the Swedish camera manufacturer is looking to unveil a new wide-angle zoom lens next month.
Reliable leaker @camerainsider revealed on X that Hasselblad will...
iPhone 16 & AI-Powered Photo Editing: What to Expect
Generative AI has become a mainstay of the photography world, whether we like it or not. Tools like Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop have a suite of AI-powered photo editing tools, and we’ve seen smartphones debuting with similar in-engine programs too. And now, with the iPhone...
iPhone 16 Release Date & Everything We Know
Though digital camera use has massively decreased in the wake of the smartphone, we aren’t wholly anti-iPhone here. Smartphone cameras have greatly democratized photography as a medium, and with the iPhone 16 family of smartphones on the way, users can experience a new level...
Sony 85mm F1.4 GM II Officially Announced: Release Date & Specs
Sony continues to roll out their new products as we enter the final months of 2024. Having started the year with the A9 III and with the potential of another Alpha camera on the horizon, the manufacturer shows no sign of slowing. Now, with confirmation of the Sony 85mm f/1.4...
What new cameras can we expect soon?
2024 has been quite eventful regarding new camera announcements with the recent Canon, Fujifilm, and Nikon releases. And with four months left before the new year, many photographers are expecting to see several more cameras hit the market.
Before we dive into what we...
Is DJI Joining the Mirrorless Camera Market? Rumoured DJI Osmo X
Rumors continue to spread about DJI developing a full-fledged mirrorless camera. The company, whose current product inventory includes action cameras, drones and gimbals; has sparked discourse in recent weeks with the idea that it could be developing a flagship camera as...
My Favorite Lens Just Got Even Better
As a long-time Sony shooter, I reap the rewards of having a suite of lens options available. Sony has allowed third-party developers access to their E-Mount system for years: a move that has indisputably worked in their favor. New lens options from Tamron, Sigma and Zeiss...
The Tamron 50-400mm for the Nikon Z-mount is expected to be announced next month
Nikon users may soon be getting a new lens from well-known third-party manufacturer Tamron. Recent rumors suggest that the company is preparing to announce a new ultra-telephoto lens for the Z-mount with an impressive 8x zoom range.
A few days ago, reliable leaker...
Adobe adds impressive new AI technology to its Lightroom ecosystem
Adobe has announced significant updates to its entire Lightroom ecosystem, including the popular Lightroom on desktop, Lightroom Classic, and Adobe Camera Raw applications.
Many new features rely upon improved...
Leica announces M11 Monochrom, a 60-megapixel camera built for black and white photography
It's a glorious time for black-and-white photography enthusiasts. Hot on the heels of Ricoh announcing the Pentax K-3 Mark III Monochrome, Leica has announced a new monochrome camera, the Leica M11 Monochrom.
The...
Samyang rounds out Blockbusters promo with its fifth new lens, the AF 14/2.8 FE prime
Five weeks ago, we told you about a interesting promotion from the folks at Korean lens maker Samyang. Today, the eponymous Samyang Blockbusters event comes to its close with the launch of the fifth new lens for the company in as many weeks. This time around, the new optic is one which was hinted at back in...
Staying inspired: Seven tips to break out of a creative rut and improve your photography skills
Staying inspired and passionate about photography isn't always easy. You can find yourself in a creative rut or just not feeling like you're coming up with fresh ideas or capturing great images. Photographer Eric Kim has seven tips to help you stay inspired.
Do you feel bored with where you're living and the...
Budget portraiture: Affordable manual focus lenses allow you to take great portraits for less money
Autofocus is great, but what if you are on a budget and don't want to sacrifice image quality? There are numerous great manual focus lenses available that offer good optical quality, just without all the perks we generally expect with new gear. In a new episode of Budgetography, Matt Granger uses Samyang lenses...
Zoom lenses nearly sweep the podium: 70% of pros using Canon gear, here’s what they shoot with most
If you've watched any of the Rio Olympics, you've surely seen a ton of white lenses along the sidelines of the biggest events. A Canon survey from earlier this week found that an average of 70% of professional photographers on assignment in Brazil are using Canon equipment. Canon Professional Services (CPS) along...
One day only Olympus sale! Olympus selling OM-D E-M1 and 12-40mm lens at excellent prices
Until 11:59 p.m. EST tonight, Adorama and B&H are giving photographers the chance to purchase the Olympus OM-D E-M1 mirrorless Micro Four Thirds camera body for $799 with free shipping. This flash sale provides customers an instant savings of $300 from the camera's list price.
The savings don't stop there,...
Pushing the carry solution market forward: The passion of Peak Design’s CEO, Peter Dering
I recently had a chance to chat with Peak Design's CEO, Peter Dering, about the company's upcoming Everyday Series backpack, tote and sling carrying solutions as well as their design philosophy and the overall ideology which informs their offering of over 20 products.
In October 2014, after numerous successful...
Caffeine Priority: A simple, affordable do-it-yourself project to make LensRacks even better
Wake up with IR! Here's today's cup of Caffeine Priority...
I recently reviewed LensRacks, an easy-to-use and effective solution for organizing your lenses, flashes, camera bodies and more. I really liked the product, but felt like it could be made better by attaching it to a movable base. So I built one with...
Canon T6 Image Quality Comparison: The entry-level Rebel goes head-to-head with its rivals and siblings
A week ago, I published my real-world field test of the Canon T6, the latest entry-level model in the company's long-running Rebel series. At the time, I promised that our image quality comparison and print quality analysis would be forthcoming soon, bringing the overall Canon T6 review one step closer to...
An SD card that doubles as a gyro sensor? Protoype hopes to make video more stable
A PetaPixel reader attended Maker Faire in Tokyo and saw a very interesting prototype product, a microSD to SD adapter that includes a 3-axis gyro sensor. PetaPixel reached out to the creator, Yoshiaki Sato, to learn more.
The virtualGimbal "measures the angular velocities of [the] camera while recording video,...
Firmware Friday: Quick fixes for just-launched Pentax K-70; Sigma solves Nikon D500 lens compatibility
Firmware Friday is short and sweet this week, with updates for one camera and three lenses from Pentax and Sigma respectively. We'll jump right in with the update for Ricoh's just-launched Pentax K-70 DSLR first of all, and then come back to Sigma's lens firmware, which is intended to resolve issues when used...
Serge Ramelli takes the DJI Phantom 4 for a spin and shares his tips and tricks for drone photography
Los Angeles-based French photographer Serge Ramelli has a great YouTube channel with a lot of helpful videos and tutorials for photographers. With the launch of the DJI Phantom 4 he decided to get more into drone photography. He has previously used Phantom 1 and 2 drones, but he crashed them and was excited by the...
Robots take over Rio: Getty enlists the help of underwater robot to capture swimming shots
Getty Images photographer Al Bello is well-known for his sports photography, having been featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Fox Sports, Yahoo Sports, New York Times and many more publications over his career. At this year's Olympics in Rio, Bello's 11th Olympic Games, he enlisted the help of underwater robots.
...How to shoot night photography: The gear and mindset that you need to capture great shots at night
Photographer Stuart Palley recently shared tips and tricks for night photography for TIME. This video should be of particular interest to photographers hoping to capture the Perseids meteor shower as Earth passes through the remnants of the Swift-Tuttle comet. You can read more about photographing meteor showers...
Making something from nothing: Landscape photography tutorial with Thomas Heaton
We recently covered a pair of videos from photographer Thomas Heaton in which he went on a location scouting trip and worked to break out of his comfort zone. His latest video continues in the same vein, as he works to simplify his landscape photography.
The video, titled "Something from Nothing," is about...
Is this the bokeh dream for MFT shooters? FZeros launches 25mm T/0.95 cine lens
New lens company FZeros has an interesting and very fast lens available for Micro Four Thirds shooters, a 25mm T/0.95 manual focus lens. Although designed for video, the lens of course works for still photography as well. What makes this a cine lens is its "super-precise focus control" which offers a 355° range of...
A new spin on camera bags: Wolffepack Capture backpack designed for on-the-go photographers
London-based Wolffepack created the award-winning Metro and Escape orbital backpacks for general use, but if you're looking for something more photography-oriented, there's good news. It has now followed up with a Kickstarter campaign for the photographer-friendly Wolffepack Capture. The campaign, which has been...
Capturing the perfect Perseids photo: Tips and tricks for helping you turn those meteors into a masterpiece
"The Perseids show up every year in August when Earth ventures through trails of debris left behind by an ancient comet," says NASA. This year might be a particularly good year for viewing the fast, bright meteors streak across the night sky because we are in for a closer encounter than usual. In fact, meteors...
The power of the brush: Learn how to use Lightroom’s adjustment brush
Photographer Mike Newton has created a Lightroom Mastery Course for Digital Photography School which offers over three hours of video tutorials for the popular piece of photo software for $49 (the package is currently 50% off). However, in the interest of promoting his course and sharing knowledge, he's offering an...
Caffeine Priority: Trying out Nikon’s radio-equipped SB-5000 Speedlights with their flagship D5 DSLR
Wake up with IR! Here's today's cup of Caffeine Priority...
Alongside the D5 and D500 DSLR cameras, Nikon also announced the SB-5000 Speedlight back in January. Recently, I've been experimenting with the D5, a pair of SB-5000s and Nikon's WR-10 wireless remote adapter set. While Nikon's flashes have always been...
Ten tips from a pro: Jamey Price tells you how to get great motorsports photos, even without a press pass
To the uninitiated, shooting a motor race can be an intimidating and sometimes frustrating experience. Although the potential for a great shot is high -- race tracks are colorful and interesting places, and race fans themselves can be quite an entertaining bunch -- it can take quite a bit of work to come to...