📸 The latest photography news roundup, fresh from fotoclub.md:
The AGO Film Processor Long-Term Review
Over a year has passed since Fstoppers first tested Vintage Visual's AGO Film Processor, a portable film processor, and now the author returns with a long-term review. Since autumn 2024, he's developed at least 264 frames across 135, medium format and 4x5, plus various experiments with papers and historic photo processes.
Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards launch immersive London exhibition
An immersive retrospective exhibition with sound opens at FRAMELESS gallery in London this September, letting visitors (re)discover the funniest award-winning wildlife photos over the years.
New NiSi 26mm f/0.7 & 50mm T1 cine lenses for GFX/4433
NiSi is preparing to launch two new cine lenses for the GFX/4433 mount. This follows the recent release of the NiSi 16mm f/2.8 ASPH lens for Hasselblad XCD and Fujifilm GFX.
How visiting a car show made me feel better about the future of photography
The author recounts how many car show visitors photographed the cars with real passion, without necessarily caring about photo gear or technique. The takeaway: you don't have to be a photography nerd to actually be a photographer.
Latest Leica news and rumors: new Summicron-M 66 f/2 lens coming next week
Leica is set to launch a new Summicron-M 66 f/2 lens on September 3, alongside a limited Elcan 66mm f/2 variant. There's also talk of a metallic-gray SL3 "Reporter" camera and a possible SL3-P model with two new SL lenses.
11 beginner drone mistakes that can cost you more than a crash
A drone isn't just a flying camera — it's an aircraft subject to strict rules. The article covers 11 common rookie mistakes, from failing to register the aircraft to flying in restricted zones, that can lead to fines or worse.
OM System now makes Ragù, its second packaged meal for photographers
After last year's "Outdoor Monster" curry, OM System returns in Japan with OM System Ragù, continuing its unexpected venture into ready-made meals for outdoor enthusiasts.
The a7R V, a7 V, and a7R VI compared by someone who bought all three
In the $3,000-5,000 price range, these cameras look nearly identical but differ significantly in resolution, speed and battery life, with second-hand pricing remaining a key factor.
Photographer discovers forgotten 19th-century photos of Japan and reimagines them today
A photographer found a set of forgotten 19th-century Japan photos in his family's home, which became the inspiration for a series of modern portraits, now compiled into a book.
Learn manual mode, then stop obeying it
The more you learn about exposure, sharpness and gear, the more you risk investing energy into proving you follow the rules rather than creating images that truly matter to you.
Six ways to turn brutal midday sun into better photos
Harsh midday light, usually avoided, can be used to your advantage with a different approach. The article offers six ways to "read" this hard light and turn it into a creative asset.
A misty day at Lake Brunner wins 'Photo of the Week'
The winning ePHOTOzine image captures New Zealand's Lake Brunner shrouded in mist, praised for its remarkably serene atmosphere.
Tilta will also increase prices on September 1st
Alongside Fujifilm, Tilta will raise prices on several products, including its Boulder Camera Cart. The XL – Black model goes from $1,599 to $1,699, while the Gray version rises from $1,199 to $1,399.
6 photographers share the mistakes they're glad they made
From missed focus and accidental overexposure to a captioning error, these mishaps turned, time and again, into unexpectedly great results.
Can a monitor really be worth this much? EIZO CG2700X review
The EIZO CG2700X promises superior color accuracy. Fstoppers examines whether its steep price is justified, arguing that a poorly calibrated monitor can ruin all your color processing work regardless of the camera used.
NASA's new 300-megapixel Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launches into space
Successfully launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center, the telescope will travel a million miles to investigate the mysteries of dark energy and the origins of the Universe.
Reminder: another Fujifilm price increase is coming next week
Starting September 1, Fujifilm will raise prices in Germany, likely in other markets too — the second such hike after several last year. Check prices before the new rates kick in.
The story of the earliest known surviving photo of a person
A Paris boulevard, emptied by a long exposure that erased moving pedestrians and traffic — except for one motionless man in the bottom-left corner, stopped to have his shoes shined, becoming the first identifiable person ever captured in a photograph.
How this photographer turned a love of places into his career
In an exclusive PetaPixel interview, Jon Kreye discusses eight-plus years shooting cabins, vacation homes, hotels and resorts worldwide for major travel and hospitality brands, and the importance of staying true to your creative vision.
New book celebrates 'dangerous' women photographers from the 19th century to the present
A new book highlights the work of over 60 women photographers, celebrating them as "dangerous" for the courage and originality of their work.