📸 Latest photography news roundup — here's what's happening in the world of photography:
The Sharpest Lens You Probably Shouldn't Buy for Landscapes
The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 for Sony delivers some of the best image sharpness available today, according to a review written after five years of hesitation and an impulse buy. Still, the author warns that despite its remarkable optical performance, it's not necessarily the best choice for landscape photography.
Why Apple Put an Aperture in the iPhone 18 Pro
Apple announced the iPhone 18 Pro, with a physical variable aperture on the main lens as the camera's headline feature. A professional photographer with 20 years of experience was initially puzzled by its usefulness on a phone, but after digging deeper arrived at an explanation different from the one circulating online.
Kodak Ektar 100 Brings Fine Grain and Vivid Color Saturation
Kodak Ektar 100 remains one of the most popular color films on the market, alongside the Portra line. Praised for its fine grain, vivid color saturation, and strong contrast, it's this week's subject in the Film Friday series.
Step Inside the Studios of 20 Contemporary Black Artists in 'Another View'
The book "Another View" takes readers inside the studios of 20 contemporary Black artists, including Nick Cave, Nina Chanel Abney, Hank Willis Thomas, Carrie Mae Weems, and Kerry James Marshall, revealing their creative processes and workspaces.
Canon Has Grown Crystals in a Furnace Since 1967 to Fix a Color Error Ordinary Glass Cannot Correct
Since 1967, Canon has been growing synthetic calcium fluorite crystals in an electric furnace to correct chromatic aberration that ordinary optical glass can't eliminate, especially in telephoto lenses. The first lens to use this technology was the FL-F300mm f/5.6, launched in May 1969, and the process continues today.
This 2.5-hour Leica restoration video is basically camera ASMR for film photographers
A 2.5-hour video documents, in real time, the complete restoration of a classic Leica — from disassembly through cleaning to reassembly. No commentary, no music, no flashy cuts — just pure "camera ASMR" for film photography fans.
Viltrox to announce four new L-mount lenses next week
Viltrox is preparing to launch four new L-mount lenses: AF 14mm f/4, AF 20mm f/2.8, AF 40mm f/2.5, and AF 50mm f/2, with an official announcement expected September 22, 2026. Currently offering only two L-mount lenses, this would double Viltrox's lineup for L-mount users.
Purple Swirls on the Red Planet: ESA Shares New View of Mars
The European Space Agency released a new image of Mars captured by the Mars Express probe, revealing a spectacular mix of ice, volcanic rock, sand, and dust forming purple swirls across the Red Planet's surface — a landscape photographer's dream.
Across Two Exhibitions, Jaume Plensa's Monumental Sculptures Unite Scale and Material
Artist Jaume Plensa presents his monumental works across two exhibitions, exploring the human figure, architectural materials, and how we perceive space, offering viewers a contemplative experience.
NASA Photos Show Before and After of Massive Asteroid Impact on the Moon
NASA released before-and-after photos of a new crater on the Moon's surface, offering an unusually detailed view of what happens when a massive object strikes the lunar ground.
How Do You Become a Commercial Photographer? (Sort of)
The photo industry often sells the illusion of an easy career — expensive gear, artistic romanticism, and hopes of stable income. Reality is often different: full gear closets, no clients, and a budget in the red. A bittersweet look at the not-so-simple path to becoming a commercial photographer.
Microscopic Video Revealing a Rare Lung Disease Wins Nikon Small World in Motion 2026
Nikon announced the winners of its 2026 Small World in Motion competition. The grand prize went to a video capturing a rare lung disease, revealing details visible only at the microscopic level.
Photographers Outraged After Heavily AI-Edited Image Wins State Fair Photo Competition
A heavily AI-edited image won a state fair photo competition, sparking outrage among photographers. The controversy has prompted organizers to revise the rules for next year's edition.
Through Carved Wooden Assemblages, Daniel Minter Communes with the Spiritual
Artist Daniel Minter creates carved wooden assemblages exploring spirituality, arguing that objects don't transmit spirituality but remind us of it — blending natural forms and textures into contemplative works.
NASA's Lunar Orbiter Spots a "Once-in-a-Century" Moon Crater
NASA discovered a new impact crater on the Moon, formed between April 11 and May 22, 2024, spotted via lunar orbiter. Named after Thomas McGetchin, the find is being called a "once-in-a-century" event.
Five Ways a Single V-Flat Can Fix Your On-Location Lighting
A single V-flat — white on one side, black on the other — can replace a reflector, flag, backdrop, and negative fill panel in one shoot. Learning to read and shape light with one versatile tool beats buying five separate modifiers.
Save Hundreds on These 15 Mirrorless Cameras
Fall is a great time for photography — and for buying a new camera. Solid discounts are now available on 15 handpicked mirrorless cameras, spanning formats from Micro Four Thirds to full frame, with prices cut by hundreds of dollars.
Godox C100 review: A novelty camera that works better as a light meter
The Godox C100 doesn't excel as a camera, but its light meter mode is surprisingly useful — making it a more practical auxiliary tool than an actual shooter, according to a DPreview test.
Canon May Be Cooking Up Some Wild RF Zoom Lenses
Canon has filed patents for three ambitious RF zoom lenses: 70-135mm f/2, 200-400mm f/4, and 180-600mm f/6.3. For now, these remain patented concepts with no confirmed commercial launch.
Why This f/2.8 Travel Zoom Starts at 20mm Instead of 24mm
A new full-frame f/2.8 travel zoom stands out by starting at 20mm instead of the classic 24mm, offering a wider angle for travel use. It weighs under half a kilo, though the wide-angle trade-off limits reach at the telephoto end.