Here's your latest photography news roundup — 20 stories from around the world 📸
Camera Trap Survey of Cheetahs in South Africa Makes for Sad Reading
A three-and-a-half-year camera-trap study of wild cheetahs in South Africa reveals their population is far smaller than previously estimated — a worrying sign for the species' conservation.
What Really Happens at Sony's Invite-Only Kando Trip
Sony's annual "Kando Trip" is an exclusive, invite-only gathering of a few hundred creators at a scenic location, with no public tickets or agenda. A participant's account reveals what actually goes on behind this mysterious event.
When Is an f/2.8 Zoom Worth the Extra Weight?
An f/2.8 zoom usually costs more, weighs more, and takes up more bag space than its f/4 counterpart, sometimes by hundreds of dollars. The article explores how getting this choice wrong often ends the same way: a second purchase, or an expensive lens left home too often.
Introducing Today in Photography: DPReview's new bi-weekly email covering camera gear and photography culture
DPReview has been emailing subscribers since 1999, and now launches a new edition called "Today in Photography." The updated format covers a wider range of gear and photo-culture topics, twice a week.
Are These Never-Before-Seen Photos of Bonnie and Clyde?
An old photo album found in a garage contains a picture handwritten with the names Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker. The person who found it claims several images show the outlaw couple in never-before-published moments.
Photographer Calls His Total Solar Eclipse Experience 'One of the Highlights of My Life'
Brazilian photographer Kiko Fairbairn spent over a year planning a trip to capture a total solar eclipse in northern Spain. Despite many details only coming together on-site, the effort paid off in what he calls one of the highlights of his life.
Viltrox 50mm F2.0 Air sample gallery: see what this budget prime can do
Viltrox's new 50mm F2.0 Air is its lightest full-frame 50mm for mirrorless mounts, priced under $200. The relatively fast aperture comes with some trade-offs, but a sample gallery shows what this affordable prime can achieve.
The Full Story of 'Migrant Mother' and the Woman Who Hated It
The Great Depression's most iconic photo shows Florence Owens Thompson, who sat for Dorothea Lange for only about ten minutes in a California pea field in March 1936. Though it became a national symbol, Thompson never earned a cent from it and resented the fame for nearly 47 years.
Upgrade or Start Fresh With These Camera Kit Picks for Every Type of Photographer
Whether you're building your first kit or leveling up, buying used gear can save money and add flexibility. The article suggests camera and lens combos tailored to wildlife, travel, portrait, sports, and fine art photography.
We Review the DJI Osmo 360 II: A Refinement From the Previous Generation and Proof They Listen
DJI's Osmo 360 II skips flashy spec bumps in favor of refining an already solid predecessor. Fstoppers' review finds DJI genuinely listened to user feedback, prioritizing real image quality and usability over marketing numbers.
8 Ways Hasselblad Can Make the 907x CFV 100C Way Better
The Hasselblad 907x CFV 100C is a superb camera built on decades of engineering, with a solid grip and body designed to last, and optics praised as superior to Leica's. Still, the article proposes eight ways Hasselblad could make it even better.
Celebrated Interior Designer's Rare Photography Collection Goes to Auction
A remarkable 200-photo collection belonging to a renowned interior designer is heading to auction, featuring works by Edward Steichen and Man Ray, plus a rare print of Dorothea Lange's famous "Migrant Mother."
How to Find Great Photographs Within Walking Distance of Home
You don't need long, planned trips to make memorable images — a simple railing, a chipped door, or a corner traffic sign can become interesting subjects. Fstoppers explains how to train your eye to find pictures in the everyday, right near home.
Is the Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Still the Best First RF Lens?
With Canon now offering newer RF primes, including a fast VCM 35mm and an affordable 45mm f/1.2, is the older RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro IS STM still worth choosing as a first RF lens? The article weighs whether this cheaper option remains the best starting point.
October 2026 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists
Colossal has published a list of opportunities for artists available in October 2026, including open calls, residencies, and grants. Full details are on Colossal's site for those interested in applying.
70% of our photos are never seen again - Popsa launches Memories to rediscover forgotten photos
Popsa has launched Memories, a free AI-powered feature designed to resurface forgotten photos in phone galleries — the company says around 70% of smartphone photos are never viewed again. All processing happens on-device, keeping images private.
Breaking down Apple's Reference Image tech that it says "sets a new standard for verifiable" photos
Apple has developed its own "Reference Image" technology, which it claims sets a new standard for verifying photo authenticity. Apple argues existing standards like Content Credentials aren't rigorous enough, prompting it to build its own solution.
Now available: Brightin Star 50mm f/2 TRI-SIGHT lens (E/RF/Z/L) with three focusing modes
Brightin Star has officially released its manual full-frame 50mm f/2 TRI-SIGHT lens for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Leica L mounts. It offers three focus modes: SMOOTH for soft-focus effects, PRIME for standard rendering, and FOAMS for bubble bokeh. It's available now via B&H Photo or Brightin Star's own store with a $50 launch discount.
The Magic of Mystery: Why Great Images of Nature Ask More Questions Than They Answer
A PetaPixel piece explores a core paradox of nature photography: what you choose to hide can be more powerful than what you reveal. In an era of visual overload, mystery and ambiguity turn literal images into expressive ones that linger in memory.
This Microscope Can See Inside Living Antarctic Cells at 0°C
A new type of microscope allows scientists to observe living cells from Antarctic fish directly at their natural 0°C, avoiding the thermal stress of a standard lab. This gives researchers a more accurate view of protein and cell behavior than classic microscopy methods.