Here's your latest photography news roundup — gear deals, cosmic wonders, and everything in between.
SmallRig Autumn Savings Sale Cuts Camera Gear by Up to 30%
SmallRig has launched its "Autumn Savings" promotion, offering discounts of up to 30% on essential filming gear: tripods, batteries, lights, cages, and phone rigs. The deal targets the less glamorous but indispensable accessories for any shoot.
Save Up to 30% on SmallRig Photo and Video Gear This October
SmallRig's autumn promotion runs from October 6–15, 2026, with discounts of up to 30% on a selection of photo and video accessories, including tripods, batteries, camera and phone rigs, and portable lights.
Hannah Lim Draws on Her British-Singaporean Heritage in Sculptural Snuff Bottles
Artist Hannah Lim creates sculptural snuff bottles inspired by her British-Singaporean heritage. Her recent work draws on motifs from the ancient Chinese text "Classic of Mountains and Seas."
This Satellite Image Sees Beyond Typhoon Surigae's Clouds
A new satellite image released by the European Space Agency captures Typhoon Surigae in an unusual way, revealing what lies beneath its clouds. A dark blue zone marks calmer waters, offering an interesting look at the storm's structure.
Nikon Z8 Hits Its Lowest Price Yet: The Best Deals on Camera Gear During Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days
The Nikon Z8 has reached its lowest recorded price, and the Sony 50mm F1.4 GM lens is also seeing a record discount during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days. Memory cards and SSDs are discounted too, though still pricier than a year ago.
Amazon Prime Photo Deals Now Live
Amazon Prime Day deals for photographers are live, with discounts on brands like Viltrox, TTartisan, 7artisans, Rokinon, SmallRig, Meike, Sirui, Lexar, SanDisk, GoPro, DJI, Insta360, and more. Deals cover cameras, lenses, and accessories across Amazon stores in the US, Canada, Germany, UK, France, Italy, and Spain.
Every Color Space You Edit In Was Defined by the Eyes of 17 People in 1920s England
Today's editing color spaces trace back to an experiment from the late 1920s at Imperial College London and the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington. Ten and seven participants, respectively, adjusted mixtures of red, green, and blue light to visually match halves of a small divided circle. Data from these 17 people still underpins every ICC profile used on computers today.
Photographer Brings Speed to Life Through Jaw-Dropping Plane Photos
Italian photographer Simone Marulli is among the most acclaimed names in aviation photography, capturing both commercial jets and fighter planes in spectacular images full of a sense of speed. PetaPixel spoke with him about the techniques behind these striking shots.
Photographer Elizaveta Porodina Turns Her Luminous Lens to Insects
Photographer Elizaveta Porodina brings her signature style — ethereal light and saturated color — to a new portrait series dedicated to insects. Beetles, butterflies, and praying mantises are captured with the same sensitivity and visual refinement that defined her earlier work.
This Image Shows What Is Hidden Inside the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy
A new image reveals hidden details within M83, known as the Southern Pinwheel Galaxy, a favorite among deep-sky photographers for its bright central region, sweeping spiral arms, and dark dust lanes. Captures like this offer a rare look into the galaxy's inner structure.
Sigma 50-120mm f/2.8 DC OS | Contemporary Lens Leaked Online
Details of the Sigma 50-120mm f/2.8 DC OS | Contemporary, designed for APS-C cameras, have surfaced online: 18 elements in 13 groups, minimum focus distance of 23cm (wide) and 55cm (tele), up to 6.5 stops of OS stabilization, HLA autofocus, a 55mm filter thread, and a weight of just 390g. Official launch is expected at Sigma's event on October 24.
Peak Design Everyday Backpack V3 Review
Peak Design has released the V3 version of its Everyday Backpack, refining an already award-winning line focused on quick access, efficient organization, and gear protection. The new version keeps the series' signature style while adding expansion space and improved everyday usability.
This Firework-Like Supernova Remnant Is the Result of an Explosion People Saw 845 Years Ago
The Gemini North telescope in Hawai'i has captured a new image of Pa 30, a supernova remnant shaped like firework filaments. Scientists believe it's the aftermath of a stellar explosion witnessed in August 1181 — roughly 845 years ago.
Amok Island's Geometric Murals Teem with Vibrant Local Flora and Fauna
Artist Amok Island, from Fremantle, creates large-scale geometric murals filled with local flora and fauna in a bold, colorful style. Through these monumental works, he draws attention to the importance of conservation and biodiversity in his region.
SmallRig Launched New Autumn Savings
SmallRig has launched a fall discount campaign available on B&H Photo, its own website, and Amazon (US and DE). The full list of discounted products can be found on those sites.
DJI and Insta360 Shipped More Cameras Than the Mirrorless Market
DJI and Insta360 shipped more portable cameras in 2025 than the entire mirrorless camera market combined. Still, the numbers reflect a very different business, as these companies rely on high volume and low prices, unlike traditional mirrorless makers focused on pricier gear and higher margins.
Photoshop Layers Explained From the Ground Up
A guide to the Photoshop Layers panel breaks down, from the basics, how stacking, masking, and blending layers work. Understanding these principles properly allows you to revisit edits later, avoiding retouching losses from prematurely flattening a file to run a filter.
This Chinese Micro Four Thirds Camera Seen at IFA Is Real Weird
Chinese company Shenzhen Sonida Digital Technology Co. Ltd. announced earlier this year it's joining the Micro Four Thirds system, with its own camera and lens in the works. At IFA 2026 in Germany, an odd camera appeared on display that was speculated to be linked to this announcement — though it seems that's not quite the case.
7Artisans' New 18mm f/2 for Sony E: an AF Wide-Angle Prime for Only $169
7Artisans has released a new AF 18mm f/2 lens for Sony E mount, aimed at the budget segment. The manufacturer continues expanding its affordable lens lineup, with this model priced at just $169.
Elon Musk's xAI Blocks Minnesota's Landmark Ban on AI Nudification Apps
Elon Musk's company xAI has successfully blocked a landmark Minnesota law banning AI "nudification" apps and websites. These platforms generate explicit images of people — overwhelmingly women — without their consent.