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10/3/2026

Here's the latest photography news roundup from around the web 📸
World of WearableArt's 'GLO!' Is a Celebration of Culture, Nature, and Whimsy
The annual World of WearableArt competition returns with "GLO!", an international show blending fashion and performance art. It celebrates culture, nature, and imagination through spectacular costumes in a true visual feast.
https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/10/world-of-wearableart-2026-glo-fashion-performance/
Venus Optics to Announce a New Laowa FF II TS 24mm f/2 C-Dreamer Tilt-Shift Lens
Venus Optics is preparing to launch the Laowa FF II TS 24mm f/2 C-Dreamer, a fast tilt-shift lens for E, Z, RF, L, GFX, and XCD mounts, notable for its unusually bright f/2 aperture.
https://photorumors.com/2026/10/01/venus-optics-to-announce-a-new-laowa-ff-ii-ts-24mm-f-2-c-dreamer-tilt-shift-lens/
Critique the Community: Scary
Fstoppers' October edition of "Critique the Community" is themed "Scary." Submit photos tied to fear in any way — scary to shoot, scary to look at, or scary to revisit now.
https://fstoppers.com/critique-community/scary?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_articles
Early Print of Dorothea Lange's Migrant Mother Valued at $150K
An early print of Dorothea Lange's iconic "Migrant Mother" has been valued at $150,000 at Sotheby's photography print auction, one of two standout lots drawing attention for more than just price.
https://petapixel.com/2026/10/01/early-print-of-dorthea-langes-migrant-mother-valued-at-150k/
Hubble Completes 200,000 Orbits Around Earth After 36 Years in Space
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope hit a remarkable milestone on September 19, 2026, completing its 200,000th orbit around Earth after 36 years in space, marking the mission's exceptional longevity.
https://www.diyphotography.net/hubble-completes-200000-orbits-around-earth-after-36-years-in-space/
This Community Photographer Shares the Gear Behind Striking Abandoned Places in France and Italy
Photographer Jean-Pierre Zanotti explores abandoned sites across France and Italy, capturing traces left behind by people, with details on the gear behind these striking images.
https://www.dpreview.com/articles/this-community-photographer-shares-the-gear-behind-striking-abandoned-places-in-france-and-italy/
ePHOTOzine Daily Theme Winners Week 4 September 2026
ePHOTOzine has published the winning photos from the daily themes of week 4 of September 2026, along with all submitted entries and the week's overall winning shot.
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/ephotozine-daily-theme-winners-week-4-september-2026-37632
In Chicago, teamLab Expands Our Perceptions Through Boundary-Breaking Installations
The teamLab collective, hundreds of collaborators working at the intersection of art, science, and technology, brings immersive installations to Chicago that push visitors' perceptions beyond conventional limits.
https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/10/teamlab-smart-museum-chicago-exhibition-digital-installations/
Another Fuji Price Increase Announced in Japan
Fujifilm Japan has announced another price hike for digital cameras, interchangeable lenses, instant cameras, and smartphone printers — the second increase in 12 months. Check current prices before new rates kick in.
https://photorumors.com/2026/10/01/another-fuji-price-increase-announced-in-japan/
Nocs Provisions' $179 Debut Camera Pairs Film Presets With a Rugged Design
Nocs Provisions launches the Portal AFN7, its first camera, at $179. It features a 16MP sensor, 4K video, and an electronic viewfinder but no rear screen, built rugged for hiking and wildlife watching.
https://www.dpreview.com/news/nocs-provisions-first-camera-is-a-179-screenless-model-for-outdoor-adventures/
Award-Winning Photo of City-Dwelling Beavers Celebrates Wildlife's Strength
Polish photographer Jan Wieczorek won the Rewilding Europe Award with his black-and-white image "Urban Beavers," celebrated for highlighting wildlife resilience amid urban expansion.
https://petapixel.com/2026/10/01/award-winning-photo-of-city-dwelling-beavers-celebrates-wildlifes-strength/
Comedy Wildlife 2026 Finalists Are Here, and They Include a Caiman in a Wig. Yes, You Read That Right
The finalists for Comedy Wildlife 2026 have been revealed, featuring hilarious unexpected animal moments — including a caiman that appears to be wearing a wig.
https://www.diyphotography.net/comedy-wildlife-2026-finalists/
When Photography Was Illegal: A History of Camera Bans, From Trains to Courtrooms
Photography was often banned or restricted throughout its first century — from 1890s beaches warning tourists against Kodaks to temporary handheld camera bans at the Washington Monument. A surprising look at the history of photographic censorship.
https://fstoppers.com/historical/when-photography-was-illegal-history-camera-bans-trains-courtrooms-904075?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_articles
Thypoch Is Teasing Three New Lenses
Thypoch is preparing to unveil three new lenses at the Salon de la Photo et de la Vidéo 2026 in Paris (October 8-11, 2026). More details to follow on the company's official site.
https://photorumors.com/2026/10/01/thypoch-is-teasing-three-new-lenses/
Leica LUX Cases Turn the iPhone 18 Pro Into a Camera Setup
Leica has launched new LUX cases for the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, compatible with the company's physical camera grip, offering a more ergonomic, camera-like shooting experience.
https://www.diyphotography.net/leica-lux-iphone-cases/
The RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro Is Both a Smartphone and an Action Camera
The RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro features a detachable action camera module, shown at IFA 2026 in Berlin. It's part of Ulefone's adventure-focused sub-brand, known for rugged phones.
https://petapixel.com/2026/10/01/the-rugone-xsnap-7-pro-is-both-a-smartphone-and-an-action-camera/
The Camera Strap Everyone Else Has to Beat? Peak Design Slide Lite
Peak Design redefined the camera strap with its 2014 Kickstarter project. Despite only subtle tweaks over the years, the Slide Lite remains the benchmark every other brand tries to match.
https://fstoppers.com/gear/camera-strap-everyone-else-beat-peak-design-slide-lite-904397?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_articles
Why the Difference Between Launch Price and Street Price Matters
Camera and lens prices are rising, but comparing official MSRP with actual discounted street prices gives a misleading picture. DPReview explains why context matters for an accurate read on the market.
https://www.dpreview.com/articles/why-the-difference-between-launch-price-and-street-price-matters/
Sigma Has a New Product Launch Event Scheduled for October 24th
Sigma has announced a product launch event for October 24. Rumors suggest an ultra-bright 65mm autofocus lens with an aperture wider than f/1.2.
https://photorumors.com/2026/10/01/sigma-has-a-new-product-launch-event-scheduled-for-october-24th/
ESA's JUICE Photographed Earth With Two Cameras: More to Come
On September 28, ESA's JUICE spacecraft flew 8,640 km above the Indian Ocean, photographing Earth with two of its monitoring cameras as it departed. ESA says more images are on the way.
https://www.diyphotography.net/esas-juice-photographed-earth-with-two-cameras-more-to-come/
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