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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.

The Laowa 24mm f/2 Zero-D Tilt-Shift Is the Fastest Tilt-Shift Lens Ever

Laowa has officially announced the 24mm f/2 Zero-D Tilt-Shift lens. Built for architectural and commercial photography, the full-frame lens also works on Fujifilm GFX and Hasselblad XCD medium-format cameras thanks to its large image circle.

One Dead and Two Critically Injured After a Helicopter Crashed During a Photography Flight

One person has been killed while two others were injured after a helicopter crashed during a photography flight in Miami, Florida.

The Motorola Signature 27 Has a Dedicated Action Sensor and Ludicrously Bright Screen

Motorola debuted its brand new flagship phone, the Signature 27, at Qualcomm's annual Snapdragon Summit in September. However, at the time, Motorola unveiled just a few key specs and left much to the imagination. That changed this week, with the company revealing more information about its new phone.

Canon Announces Timer Remotes for Astrophotographers and a Compact Hotshoe Mic

Alongside new Cinema EOS firmware, Canon has announced some new accessories for its mirrorless EOS R System cameras, including timer remote controllers and a hotshoe microphone.

OM System Almost Considered Making Full Frame Cameras | The PetaPixel Podcast

This week on The PetaPixel Podcast, Sarah Teng and Chris Niccolls debate toy cameras: should they exist? Also, Digital camera sales are slumping, OM System execs reveal they did once consider expanding out of Micro Four Thirds, and Nikon announced a new $14,000 lens. All that and more!

Canon Technology Used to Perform World’s First Coral ‘Pregnancy Test’

Coral Spawning International (CSI), in partnership with Canon Medical Systems UK and Canon EMEA, has successfully conducted the world’s first ultrasound scan of living coral to identify developing eggs.

This New E-Paper Lens Chart Is Built for Cinematographers

Video productions can quickly become very complicated. A startup has a new e-paper display designed to keep things organized on set.

Canon Marks 15 Years of Its Cinema EOS System With Big Firmware Updates

It's a very busy day for Canon. In addition to marking the 15th anniversary of the Cinema EOS System, which began when the Canon 5D Mark II DSLR arrived with Full HD video recording, Canon has announced new Cinema EOS firmware updates and new Cinema EOS camera kits.

Lomography Launches Gold-Plated Point-and-Shoot Film Camera

The Lomography MC-A 35mm point-and-shoot camera is celebrating its first birthday in style with a pair of new limited-edition designs, including one plated with real gold.

The Nikon ZR’s First Major Firmware Update Improves Video Quality and Adds More Control

Nikon has unveiled more details about the Nikon ZR's first major firmware update. Firmware 2.00, slated to arrive before the end of the year, brings major improvements to Nikon's popular video-first camera.

Adobe Is Bringing Licensed Music to Premiere Mobile

Adobe Premiere mobile, which recently launched on Android after releasing last year on iOS, will soon include music from Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Music Group (WMG).

Nextorage Debuts New 1TB SD Card for Pro Video Work

Nextorage Corporation has announced the NX-F2AE Series, a trio of new UHS-II SDXC memory cards that promise high-end speed and reliability for demanding video workflows.

13 Winning Shots From Tecno’s Smartphone Photography Contest

Hong Kong smartphone maker Tecno has unveiled the winners of its third annual "Shot On CAMON" global photography contest. This year's edition, co-hosted with Lonely Planet, received over 13,000 entries from 40 countries.

A 3,200-Pound NASA Observatory Is Crashing Down to Earth

NASA's longtime Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory is expected to re-enter Earth's atmosphere tomorrow, November 4. While most of the telescope will burn up as it careens through the atmosphere, NASA says it expects some components to survive and potentially even cause harm, although that outcome is exceedingly unlikely.

The Viral Photo of the Milwaukee Brewers’ World Series Win Is Now Immortalized On a Shirt

Apparel brand Homage is living up to its name, putting arguably the defining photo from the Milwaukee Brewers' first-ever World Series title onto a shirt. It's an unusual way for Getty photographer Carmen Mandato's work to be seen, enabling Brewers fans to literally wear a photo of their long-awaited victory on their chest.

Photographers are Suing Uber Eats for Copyright Infringement Over Its Use of Their Food Photos

A group of food photographers has been given the green light to proceed with a copyright infringement lawsuit against Uber Eats.

Airbnb Host Accused of Using AI-Edited Photo of Blocked Toilet to Claim $1,000 From Guest

An Airbnb host is accused of using an AI-edited photo of an overflowing, blocked toilet to claim $1,000 from a guest.

AI-Generated Product Photos Are Putting Off Online Shoppers, Study Finds

A majority of U.S. online shoppers say AI-generated product images make them less confident about buying a product, according to new research from e-commerce UX research organization Baymard.

These Are the UK’s Most Photographed Fireworks Displays

Americans have the Fourth of July, but for Brits, fireworks are synonymous with November 5, also known as Guy Fawkes Night.

Ricoh Is Opening Its First GR Space In the US

Ricoh Imaging is opening its first dedicated GR Space in the United States.

The 30 Awe-Inspiring Finalists for Weather Photographer of the Year

The Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) has unveiled the 30 finalists for its annual Weather Photographer of the Year photo contest, and there are just a few days left for people to vote for their favorites.

All Bundled Up: Winter Picks for Photographers

When it comes to creating content during the winter, the last thing you want to worry about is your gear. You want to focus on capturing your images and videos. To accomplish that, you need gear that becomes an extension of your own artistic process. Before you set out on that cold weather shoot, stock up on these ProMaster products and you’ll be able to stay warm, protect your equipment, and keep creating all season long.

Photographer Offers Free Wedding Photography Services to a Couple Facing Hardship Each Year

A wedding photographer is offering one couple each year free photography on their big day, aiming to help those facing financial hardship or difficult personal circumstances capture memories of their wedding.

Shimoda Launches Upgraded Action X v3 Backpack and a New Insider Sling Bag

Shimoda Designs has announced a refresh of its adventure camera backpack system, headlined by the Action X v3. Additionally, the company has a new set of interior core cubes and a brand-new sling bag.

Man Jailed for 14 Months After Stealing $19K Worth of Camera Gear From Photographer

A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for robbing a photographer of nearly $19,000 worth of camera equipment as he was preparing for a photo shoot.

Acclaimed Photographer Pipo Nguyen-duy Found Shot Dead

Pipo Nguyen-duy, a celebrated photographer and well-respected photography professor, was found dead at the age of 64.

Tiny Leica Half-Frame Camera Among Rare Items Up for Auction

Sebastião Salgado's Leica R6 camera is among some of the rare cameras that are for sale in the 49th edition of the Leitz Photographica Auction.

Fujifilm Spending Over $63 Million to Quintuple Magnetic Tape Production

Magnetic storage tape may seem like old hat in the age of massive, ultra-fast flash storage. However, magnetic storage tape is still a big deal in the archival data space, and archival data demands have only increased in recent years. What's old is new again.

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