Here's your latest photography news roundup — gear launches, space shots, and a surprising wildlife winner this time around 📸
A Look Into the Latest Tripod Technology From Sirui: The BH-60 Hybrid Ballhead and SVS60 Rapid Tripod System
Sirui launches a new support duo: the BH-60 hybrid ballhead and SVS60 rapid tripod system, built for shooters who need both geared-head precision and fluid-head smoothness for video — all in one unit, no need to carry two separate systems.
James Webb Captures Thousands of Young Stars "Brewing" in Space
The James Webb Space Telescope has captured a detailed image of N159, a star-forming region in a neighboring galaxy, revealing glowing gas and thick cosmic dust clouds where thousands of young stars are being born.
Sigma FP2 Brings 6K OpenGate Video to a Pocket-Sized Full-Frame Body
Sigma's new FP2 is a pocketable full-frame camera with a 24.5MP partially stacked CMOS sensor, offering 6K OpenGate video recording and continuous shooting up to roughly 20fps.
Leica Was Effectively Bankrupt in 2005, and the Investor Who Bought It Had Never Run a Camera Company
In 2005 Leica Camera AG was effectively bankrupt, officially filing a Verlustanzeige after losing half its share capital and partial credit line cancellations from banks. The fiscal year closed with sales of just €92.1 million and an €18.1 million consolidated loss. The company was saved by an investor who had never run a camera business before.
'Street Photography Africa' is a Colorful and Energetic Survey Across the Continent
A new publication, "Street Photography Africa," brings together vibrant, energetic images that turn the street into a stage, offering a sweeping view of street photography across the continent, captured through the lenses of many photographers.
Webb Photographs a 'Turbulent Cauldron of Star Formation'
The James Webb Space Telescope's latest image, chosen as ESA's Picture of the Month, shows a "turbulent cauldron of star formation" — the N159 region (LHA 120-N 159), located 161,000 light-years away in the Large Magellanic Cloud.
SG-image AF 35mm f/1.4 Legacy lens (X/E) now available for order
Previously shown at trade shows in China, the SG-image AF 35mm f/1.4 Legacy lens for APS-C (X/E) mounts is now officially available to order, with Amazon listings to follow. It features STM autofocus, a classic 7-element, 6-group optical design, an all-metal body, and comes in Black, Silver, and Black & Silver finishes.
New Sigma 50mm F1.4 CL DG Contemporary Is a Compact Metal Prime Lens
Sigma has announced the 50mm F1.4 CL DG Contemporary, a compact metal-mount prime for L-Mount and Sony E-mount cameras, set for release in early spring 2027.
JBL 305P MkII Studio Monitors Drop to $99 Each
JBL 305P MkII studio monitors have dropped to $99 each, a 41% discount off the $169 list price. The author tested them against six other models and recommends them as the best value pick.
First Look: The Sigma FP2
Sigma's FP2 is a hybrid cinema/stills camera with a 24MP full-frame sensor, billed as the world's smallest interchangeable-lens camera. The author shares first impressions from a photographer's perspective, not just a videographer's.
Announced: Sigma fp II camera, 50mm f/1.4 CL DG Contemporary lens and new accessories
Sigma has officially announced the fp II camera alongside the 50mm f/1.4 CL DG Contemporary lens and new accessories, now available for pre-order. The camera features a 24MP partially stacked full-frame sensor, an ultra-compact modular design, 6K open gate RAW video, and a tilting 3.15″ LCD screen.
Thypoch's 100mm T1.9 Lens Completes the Ultra-Affordable Simera-C Cine Prime Series
Thypoch has launched the Simera-C 100mm T1.9 Cine lens, completing its seven-lens full-frame cinema prime series, keeping affordability as the lineup's defining feature.
I'm Looking for Beta Testers Who Want AI to Run Their Business
The author is seeking beta testers for an agentic AI system built to handle business admin tasks — emails, invoicing, accounting, taxes, client follow-ups, and advertising. It's set to become a commercial product but is free for a limited group of testers before launch.
This Year's Best European Wildlife Photo Is Mould on Bat Poop – And It's Stunning!
Winners of the European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 have been announced, and for the first time in the contest's 26-year history, the top prize went to an unusual image: mould growing on bat droppings, impressing the jury with its fresh take on nature's hidden beauty.
20 Winners of European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026
Hungarian photographer Imre Potyó has won the European Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 title, his striking image selected from over 26,000 entries. The contest is run annually by the German Society for Nature Photography (GDT).
Going Mirrorless Without the Stress: Sell Your DSLR Kit and Fund the Switch With MPB
Switching from DSLR to mirrorless? Your old DSLR kit can cover a big chunk of the cost of new gear. How you sell it matters — MPB is presented as a smooth, stress-free way to fund the transition.
Vintage Tones on a Budget: Why We Love Kodak ColorPlus 200
Kodak ColorPlus 200 is one of the most affordable 35mm color negative films, perfect for retro tones without breaking the bank. It's not outstanding at any one thing, but handles any shooting situation decently — a practical choice for a tight film budget.
Mars Express Captures a Martian Landscape Shaped by Ancient Lava and Wind
A new image from ESA's Mars Express spacecraft shows a spectacular Martian landscape: a massive, flat-topped mountain surrounded by impact craters, deep valleys, and long ridges — shaped over millions of years by ancient lava flows and wind erosion.
The Original Photo That Immortalized Michael Jordan's Iconic Dunk is Up for Auction
A signed, original 1988 photograph capturing Michael Jordan's famous dunk — one that helped cement his status as a global icon — is heading to auction. It remains one of the most recognizable images in sports history.
Is Fujifilm's Own Portrait Lens Worth Paying Extra Over Viltrox?
Fujifilm shooters wanting a classic 85mm-equivalent f/1.2 portrait lens now have two solid, weather-sealed options: the Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R WR and the Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.2 Pro, the latter costing roughly half as much at B&H. The real-world differences turn out smaller and more surprising than the spec sheets suggest.