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Black & White Bridge Shot Wins POTW Prize
A striking black-and-white shot of the Lower Lea Crossing bridge, framed with buildings and water, has been named ePHOTOzine's "Photo of the Week." The image stands out for its clarity and composition, earning praise from the photography community.
The latest Voigtlander lenses are now available for pre-order
Voigtländer has opened pre-orders for four new lenses: the Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 (Canon RF mount), APO-Lanthar 90mm f/4 (Leica M), plus the Nokton 23mm f/1.2 and Nokton 35mm f/1.2 for Fujifilm X-mount. The launches tie in with the manufacturer's recent announcements ahead of CP+ 2026 in Japan.
Apple M5 Ultra Mac Studio Review: The Mac Pro Isn't Dead, After All
Apple officially discontinued the Mac Pro in March, closing a relatively short-lived experiment that paired Mac Studio internals with the hefty Mac Pro chassis. While the product itself is gone, the author argues the Mac Pro only died in name — its spirit lives on through the Mac Studio.
Through Fictional Self-Portraits, Tang Shuo Visualizes an Ancestral Archive
Photographer Tang Shuo returns to his homeland to explore his ancestral ties to land and family through fictional self-portraits. The work builds a kind of personal visual archive, blending family memory with artistic imagination.
Full-frame but not the whole picture: there isn't a one-size fits all format
Full-frame is often seen as photography's gold standard, but this article argues it isn't necessarily the ideal format for everyone. Every format comes with its own trade-offs, and the "perfect" choice depends on individual needs, not a universal answer.
Why Every Culture Poses Differently: A World Tour of Photographic Body Language
How people position themselves in front of a camera isn't instinctive — it's a visual "dialect" learned from childhood and specific to each culture. The article explores these differences worldwide, from the "V sign" among Osaka youth to the serious, neutral gaze common in Moscow, which an American viewer might misread as hostility. A fascinating tour of photographic body language across continents.
I Have a Confession to Make About My Landscape Photography
Photographer Jeremy admits that, in the thick of New England's autumn season, he prefers telephoto lenses over wide-angle for landscape work. He confesses his wide lens has spent more time in the bag than on the camera this season.
Monumental Sculptures by Sharif Bey Meditate on Identity and Objecthood in 'Homecoming'
Sharif Bey's exhibition "Homecoming" features monumental sculptures — calm yet imposing — that explore identity and objecthood. The works evoke Benin bronzes, ceremonial mask traditions, and the Moai statues of Easter Island.
Nikkei interviews with executives from Nikon, Canon, Sony, and Fujifilm
Japan's Nikkei Shimbun has published interviews with executives from Nikon, Canon, Sony, and Fujifilm (subscriber-only). According to the summary, the camera industry's competitive focus is shifting from technical specs to overall shooting experience, driven by AI-generated content, advancing video capabilities, and renewed interest in image look and feel.
Review of the SmallRig 25L Outdoor Camera Backpack
SmallRig, best known for video accessories like cages, tripods, and lights, has launched a camera backpack — the 25L Outdoor Camera Backpack. The author, a longtime tester of SmallRig gear, shares impressions after spending time with the new bag.
Subaru Captures Two Edge-On Galaxies 70 Million Light-Years Away
The Subaru Telescope has captured a spectacular image of two galaxies roughly 70 million light-years away, in the constellation Pegasus. NGC 7339, visible on the left of the frame, stands out for the dark dust lane crossing its disk.
Eerie Photo Shows How Our Sun Will Die
Astrophotographer Andrew McCarthy, working on his 2027 cosmic calendars, chose January to feature a haunting glimpse into the future. The image depicts how our Sun will eventually die.
Sigma is rumored to announce a new 50-120mm f/2.8 APS-C DC OS lens
Rumor has it Sigma will announce a new 50-120mm f/2.8 APS-C DC OS lens with optical stabilization. The company has already confirmed a product launch event for October 24, with rumors also swirling about an ultra-fast 65mm lens faster than f/1.2.
Can Sony's $2,698 400mm Prime Keep Up With the 600mm?
Sony now offers four lenses reaching 600mm or more for bird photography, two of which weigh around 1kg and cost less than many full-frame bodies. With teleconverters added into the mix, these lenses overlap in focal length, making the choice a matter of how much weight, money, and light you're willing to trade for the same reach.
Maven Expands Beyond Filters With Clever New Talon Series Folding Lights
Maven, known for magnetic lens filters, is expanding into a new line of foldable, portable LED lights called Talon. The pocket-sized lights launch next week on Kickstarter, the result of seven years of development.
Soccer Star Erling Haaland Sues Norwegian Air Over a Photoshopped Plane With His Ponytail
Norwegian footballer Erling Haaland is suing Norwegian Air Shuttle over a social media post in which one of the airline's planes was digitally edited to sport his signature ponytail. The case reopens questions about using someone's likeness without consent, even in a humorous ad context.
The Imaging World show will move to Cologne in 2027, and it will be "inspired by Photokina"
The Imaging World trade show will relocate to Cologne starting in 2027, co-organized by Koelnmesse and RINGFOTO. The event, dedicated to photography, video, and content creation, will be "inspired by Photokina," further expanding Koelnmesse's event portfolio through this acquisition.
This Website Connects Sports Photographers With Clients
A new platform, Sports Photo Pro, aims to connect sports photographers with potential clients through a global directory, helping photographers find projects and collaborations in the sports photography space.
A Manual 50mm That Switches Between Clean, Soft, and Bubbly
Brightin Star has launched the manual 50mm f/2 Tri-Sight lens, which switches between three optical "personalities" via a single rotating ring — a clean classic look and two softer, bubbly variants. Built for full-frame mirrorless cameras, it promises to replace the filters, plugins, or vintage adapted lenses often used to break up the overly "clinical" look of modern optics.
The DJI Osmo 360 II and the state of 360 cameras in 2026
DJI, Insta360, and GoPro keep investing in 360-degree cameras despite it remaining a niche segment. The article examines why major manufacturers keep pushing into this space, starting from the DJI Osmo 360 II launch, and offers perspective on where 360 cameras stand heading into 2026.