Photo news roundup — here's what's new in the world of photography:
'The Encyclopedia of Movie Cats' Is an Exhaustive Index of Every Feline to Prowl on Screen
A sprawling project cataloging over 700 cats and 1,900+ film stills, meticulously documenting feline appearances throughout cinema history.
Sirui's $149 Autofocus Primes Are Light on Price, Not Features
Sirui's new Swift series brings 20mm F2.4 and 40mm F2.2 autofocus primes for $149, available in Sony E, Fujifilm X and L-mount.
The Best Premium Compact Cameras to Gift This Holiday Season, and Why Buying Used From MPB Makes Sense
Premium compacts offer mirrorless-level power without the bulk — great holiday gift ideas, with a case made for buying used via MPB.
Nikkor Z 120-300mm f/2.8 TC VR S Launched: Nikon's Most Ambitious Super-Telephoto
A flagship super-telephoto zoom for sports and wildlife shooters, holding a constant f/2.8 across its entire range.
Digital Camera Sales Are Slumping Despite the Compact Camera Boom
After two rare years of growth, CIPA data through August 2025 suggests the upward trend may be stalling in 2026 — even as compact cameras boom.
From Japan to Finland, This Photographer Finds a Fresh Perspective on Architecture
DPReview community member Andrew Keithly shoots architecture across continents with a Sony kit and a patient eye, turning familiar scenes into something new.
Throwback Thursday: Panasonic's Quarter Century of Camera Innovation
Panasonic marks 25 years since its first digital cameras, reflecting on a quarter-century of industry contributions.
Can the Fujifilm X100VI Handle a Rainy Night in London?
Put through its paces in low light and wet conditions, the pocketable X100VI with its fixed 23mm lens shows real strengths — and real limits versus an interchangeable-lens kit.
The Lack of macOS on iPad Pro Is Starting To Feel Absurd
With touch now coming to MacBook Pro, the iPad Pro remains stuck on iPadOS despite laptop-level hardware — an old question that's getting harder to ignore.
The Client Who Told a Photographer She Was Charging Too Little
A self-taught photographer working abroad, without a common language or a mentor, had to figure out pricing alone — until a client pointed out she was undercharging.
VTOMAN Announces Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals on Portable Power Stations, Jump Starters and More
Up to 50% off VTOMAN power stations including the FlashSpeed 2400 and Jump 600X, on Amazon US/UK from November 19–30.
This $1,900 Watch Turns a Classic Rolleiflex Into a Timepiece
The Artra Camera Dual Rolleiflex watch reimagines the iconic twin-lens design in a limited run of just 100 pieces.
He Shot an Iconic Photo—and Lost the Copyright
Lester LaRue shot 44 frames on the morning of April 19, 1995 using his employer's gear — one landed on Newsweek's cover, but a federal court ruled the copyright never belonged to him.
Hacked Hasselblad X2D II 100C Shoots Video, Has ChatGPT, and Runs Linux
Developer Radium Wang, previously known for running Doom on a Hasselblad, has now added video, Linux and ChatGPT to the X2D II 100C via open-source hacks.
Timothy Boomer Captures the Uncanny World of Insect Galls
A photo series exploring the strange beauty of galls formed by gall wasps — natural "nurseries" rarely seen up close.
The Best Cameras Under $2000 in 2026
DPReview rounds up top cameras around the $2,000 mark, standing out for strong autofocus, plenty of direct controls and the latest sensors.
Chandra and JWST Show a Ghost-Shaped Cloud Ahead of Halloween
A cloud of gas and dust in the Carina Nebula, captured by Chandra and James Webb, takes on an eerily ghost-like shape — timed just before Halloween.
An All-Around Durable Bag That Carries Everything You Need: The Lowepro Fastpack IV Review
Unlike many single-purpose camera bags, the new Fastpack IV aims to cover travel, daily use and professional needs without major compromises.
A Rare Disease and Analog Photography Merge in a Portrait of Self-Discovery
The project "Everything Twice" blends film photography with the experience of a rare disease, becoming a quiet meditation on disability and self-discovery.
Canon May Raise Camera Prices Due to Increased Memory Costs
In its Q3 FY2026 earnings Q&A, Canon hinted at possible price hikes from rising memory and raw material costs — following Fujifilm's similar warning in August, with more manufacturers expected to follow.