Here's your latest photography news roundup — from gear announcements to cosmic close-ups, here's what's happening in the world of photography:
How the OM System PEN turns its smaller sensor into a selling point
OM System is pitching the PEN's smaller Four Thirds sensor as an advantage rather than a compromise. DPReview digs into what you actually give up — and gain — when choosing a smaller sensor over APS-C at a similar price point.
Photoshop's Light Layer Looks Like Lightroom. It Doesn't Act Like It.
Adobe quietly added a new "Light" adjustment layer to Photoshop with tone and exposure controls nearly identical to Lightroom and Camera Raw. The problem: users may no longer know where they should actually be making these edits.
Nine Simple Controls That Change How Photos Feel
Great photos don't necessarily need a more interesting subject — they need better use of the controls already at your fingertips: movement, perspective, camera height, and depth. These elements shape how an image feels before viewers even register what's in it.
Early Morning Landscape Awarded Photo of the Week
A serene dawn landscape of a quiet countryside hill has been named Photo of the Week by ePHOTOzine, standing out for its calm sunrise atmosphere and simple, centered composition.
Missing Hiker Found on Remote Island After Being Spotted on Trail Camera
A 70-year-old hiker missing for a week on a remote Michigan island was found after being spotted on a trail camera — a reminder that wildlife cameras can serve rescue efforts too, not just nature photography.
Spanish Police Officer Puts F1 Photographer in Chokehold at Grand Prix
An F1 photographer was placed in a chokehold by a police officer during the Spanish Grand Prix, sparking controversy over how accredited photographers are treated at major sporting events.
ESO's VISTA Captures Hidden Stars of the Magellanic Clouds
ESO's VISTA telescope has captured stunning images of the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds, revealing stars invisible to the naked eye. From Earth, these galaxies appear as faint smudges near the Milky Way — through this wide-field telescope, their detail is breathtaking.
The Fujifilm Instax Pal 2 Digicam Looks Nothing Like its Weird Predecessor
Fujifilm announced the Instax Pal 2, a compact digicam that ditches the original's quirky design for a look inspired by classic analog cameras. Full specs are still under wraps, but plenty has changed from its predecessor.
In 'Ascent,' Debra Baxter Explores the Power in Vulnerability, Mysticism, and Time
Artist Debra Baxter explores the tension between vulnerability and strength in her "Ascent" series, using earth-derived materials that evoke both fragility and resilience, tied to themes of mysticism and the passage of time.
Fujifilm's Pal 2 is a complete redesign and a more direct challenge to the Charmera
Fujifilm's Pal 2 abandons the original's rounded shape for a rectangular, retro-styled body with new hardware, positioning it as a more direct rival to the Charmera. Alongside it, Fujifilm also launched the Instax Link Wide 2 printer.
The Secret No One Tells You About Lighting Great Night Portraits
This guide reveals how to light night portraits so they look dramatic and intentional — avoiding the classic "deer in headlights" look or campfire-story vibe — even when combined with astro or night landscape shots.
Street Photographer Shoots 'Weird' Photos on Dyson's New CameraJet Toothbrush
A photographer took to the streets with Dyson's new CameraJet toothbrush, capturing a series of "weird" images with a device never intended for street photography.
Art History and Pop Culture Converge in Frederich Kunath's 'The Nearest Faraway Place'
Artist Frederich Kunath blends art history with pop culture in his new exhibition, saying he wants his paintings to "feel like songs."
The iPhone 18 Pro Is Finally Starting to Feel Like a Real Camera
The new iPhone 18 Pro brings a variable aperture, expanded manual camera controls, and new image provenance tools — pushing the phone closer to a dedicated camera experience with more creative control.
Why We Smile in Photos: The Surprisingly Recent History of Saying 'Cheese'
Despite exposure times dropping to under a minute by the late 1800s, people kept posing with serious faces for nearly a century after. The spontaneous smile we take for granted today is actually a surprisingly recent habit.
There are a surprising number of lost lens caps in Yellowstone's waters
A study of objects recovered from Yellowstone's thermal waters found lens caps to be the most common non-trash item found there — a good reminder for photographers to secure their gear in such locations.
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Silver Exhibition
The Houston Center for Contemporary Craft marks 25 years with an exhibition dedicated to silver — Earth's most reflective element — exploring how the material has shaped human perception and understanding of the world.
NASA Astronaut's Photos from ISS Reveal How Cities Have Changed at Night
A NASA astronaut's nighttime photos from the ISS show how cities have transformed over two decades — the familiar orange glow of traditional street lighting is gradually disappearing as lighting technology evolves.
Beyond Golden Hour: How to Take Better Landscape Photos All Day
Photographer Matt Suess shows that the most spectacular sky colors often appear 30 minutes after "official" sunset — after most photographers have already left. His Grand Teton example proves that patience pays off when the light seems gone.
Seven Photography Mistakes That Are Holding Your Photos Back
Fstoppers identifies seven habits holding your photos back from looking as good as the ones you admire — most have nothing to do with gear, and the fixes are simple, immediate, and free.