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10/30/2026

Your latest photography news roundup is here 📸
Hands-On With Apple's OLED MacBook Pro: Its Screen Is Stunning in Person
Apple's new 16-inch MacBook Pro features a PROLED XDR display with tandem OLED technology. Tested at the company's Hollywood event, the screen impressed even the most demanding image-quality enthusiasts.
https://fstoppers.com/gear/hands-apples-oled-macbook-pro-its-screen-stunning-person-905225?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_articles
Nikon announced the Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S lens (price: $14k)
Nikon officially announced the Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, now available for pre-order at $14,000 through retailers in the US, UK, Germany, and Canada.
https://photorumors.com/2026/10/29/nikon-announced-the-nikkor-z-120-300mm-f-2-8-tc-vr-s-lens-price-14k/
Nikon's Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Picks Up Where a Legend Left Off
Nikon has officially unveiled the Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S, a professional telephoto lens for its full-frame mirrorless cameras. First teased back in May, it's now ready for pro shooters.
https://petapixel.com/2026/10/28/nikons-nikkor-z-120-300mm-f-2-8-tc-vr-s-picks-up-where-a-legend-left-off/
Apple's Pixelmator Pro Can Now Edit Photos With a Text Prompt
Pixelmator Pro, Apple's photo editing app, gains Generate Fill — an AI tool that lets you modify selected areas of an image using text instructions. The update also brings other workflow improvements.
https://www.diyphotography.net/apple-pixelmator-pro-text-prompt-editing/
Found Object Masks by Romuald Hazoumè Counter Sorrow with Sympathy
Artist Romuald Hazoumè crafts masks from found objects, wrapping plastic jugs with feathers, netting, brushes, and other salvaged materials. His work transforms everyday waste into expressive portraits, countering sorrow with sympathy.
https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/10/romuald-hazoume-plastic-jug-mask-sculptures/
Nikon's $13,999 120-300mm F2.8 with a built-in teleconverter is here
Nikon has launched the 120-300mm F2.8, a pro lens aimed at sports and action photography with a built-in teleconverter. The price matches the specs: $13,999.
https://www.dpreview.com/news/nikon-fully-announces-120-300-f2p8-tc-vr-s-lens-sports-action/
Godox announced a new compact universal iM10 mini flash for $25
Godox has released the compact iM10 flash with a universal single-contact mount for $25, already available at B&H Photo and Amazon. It offers manual control with four power levels, around 350 flashes at full power, a 3-second recycle time, and an internal 3.7V battery that charges in about an hour.
https://photorumors.com/2026/10/28/godox-announced-a-new-compact-universal-im10-mini-flash-for-25/
Instagram Takes on YouTube With Long-Form Videos. Again
Instagram is testing a new format called Features, dedicated to horizontal long-form videos up to 90 minutes. The platform seems "inspired" once again — this time by YouTube. It's currently in testing.
https://www.diyphotography.net/instagram-long-form-video-testing/
A Macro Journey Underwater Reveals the Radiant Geometries of Coral
Director Sandro Bocci takes us on an underwater macro journey, capturing coral reefs in all their colors, textures, and geometric shapes — a fascinating visual exploration of details rarely seen by the naked eye.
https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/10/iteration-coral-reef-film/
The Night Sky Is Getting 9.6 Percent Brighter Every Year, and 51,351 Naked-Eye Observations Say So
The night sky is getting 9.6% brighter each year, according to 51,351 naked-eye observations from 19,262 locations worldwide. While VIIRS satellite data shows a slight decrease in ground-level light (-0.80%/year in North America), perceived sky brightness is climbing fast — 10.4% per year at the same locations.
https://fstoppers.com/astrophotography/night-sky-getting-96-percent-brighter-every-year-and-51351-naked-eye-904391?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_articles
Apple Isn't Locking Peak MacBook Pro Performance Behind Touch OLED
Apple's MacBook Pro gets its first-ever touchscreen — something Steve Jobs famously rejected. Surprisingly, you won't need the touch model to get top performance; the fastest configuration is also available without touch.
https://petapixel.com/2026/10/28/apple-isnt-locking-peak-macbook-pro-performance-behind-touch-oled/
Canon EOS R6 V review: A video workhorse that nails the basics and beyond
DPReview tested the Canon EOS R6 V by shooting several videos for their YouTube channel. Aimed at content creators, the camera proves to be a true workhorse, handling both basic and advanced video needs with ease.
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canon-eos-r6v-review-video-camera/
AGM's CAM 1 Packs 2K Video Into a $40 Waterproof Camera
AGM has launched the CAM 1, a tiny 39-gram camera that shoots 2K video and boasts IP68/IP69K water and dust protection. Starting at just $39.99, it's an affordable option for rugged adventures.
https://www.diyphotography.net/agm-cam-1-waterproof-camera/
Apple Unveils Its First-Ever MacBook Pro With a Touchscreen OLED
Apple has unveiled its first MacBook Pro models with a touchscreen, also marking OLED's debut in its notebook lineup. The redesigned models combine touch and OLED display for the first time — a major shift for the Mac line.
https://petapixel.com/2026/10/28/apple-unveils-its-first-ever-macbook-pro-with-a-touchscreen-oled/
Apple has finally added a touchscreen to the MacBook Pro
Apple has finally added a touchscreen to the MacBook Pro. The company has also brought back the glowing Apple logo on the lid.
https://www.dpreview.com/news/the-macbook-pro-finally-gets-a-touchscreen/
The New MacBook Pro Gets a Stunning OLED Display and Touch
The new MacBook Pro features a tandem OLED display called PROLED XDR, delivering 2,000 nits of brightness, a 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and full Adobe RGB and P3 coverage, plus touch support — a Mac first. The 14- and 16-inch models come with M5 Pro or M5 Max chips; pre-orders started October 28, with availability set for November 6.
https://fstoppers.com/gear/new-macbook-pro-gets-stunning-oled-display-and-touch-905224?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_articles
Sigma 85mm f/1.2 DG Art Promises Stunning Bokeh in the Smallest Build of Its Class
Sigma has officially launched the 85mm f/1.2 DG Art for Sony E and L-mount, built in the most compact form factor in its class — ideal for portrait and event photographers chasing exceptional bokeh.
https://www.diyphotography.net/sigma-85mm-f-1-2-dg-art-stunning-bokeh-smallest-build/
Check Out These Awesome Miniature Canon Camera Gachapon
Canon and Bandai are teaming up to expand their photo-themed gachapon collection with new miniature capsule toys inspired by Canon cameras, continuing their previous collectible camera toy series.
https://petapixel.com/2026/10/28/check-out-these-awesome-miniature-canon-camera-gachapon/
The costumes and festivals our photography community will never forget
The photography community shared images from costume festivals and events around the world, from bull-running in the streets to Day of the Dead night celebrations — capturing the energy, color, and unique traditions of these memorable occasions.
https://www.dpreview.com/articles/the-costumes-and-festivals-our-photography-community-will-never-forget/
How to Use a Tripod Like a Pro: Field-Tested Tips From a Night Photographer
A night photography specialist shares field-tested tips for using a tripod correctly. Tip number one: invest in a quality, stable, easy-to-handle tripod for sharper images, especially in challenging conditions.
https://fstoppers.com/astrophotography/how-use-tripod-pro-field-tested-tips-night-photographer-904938?utm_source=fstoppers&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=rss_feed_articles
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