Award-Winning Photographer Upgrades to Premium Super Telephoto Lens
Sophia Spurgin, an amateur photographer, achieved global recognition after her portrait of a Vietnamese fisherman won the LCE Photographer of the Year 2026 competition.
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Monday, April 27, 2026
Leica celebrates its Tokyo store's 20th anniversary with a limited-edition M-A Hammertone film camera. Meanwhile, the Leica Leitzphone review highlights its Xiaomi-powered camera prowess and premium design, though at a steep price. Elsewhere, Thypoch enters the autofocus lens market with a new 24-50mm F2.8 zoom challenging Sony, and Excire Search 2026 offers AI-powered image searching for Lightroom Classic users. Watch for how these new lens offerings and AI tools impact photographer workflows.
Gear
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Leica M-A Hammertone Celebrates 20 Years of Leica Ginza
To mark the 20th anniversary of its Ginza store in Tokyo, Leica has introduced a limited-edition M-A Hammertone camera, with only 100 units produced.
Canon Expands PowerShot Line
Canon has indicated plans to expand its PowerShot compact camera lineup, despite the age of some current models.
Gary Hughes' Compact Travel Kit for Photo and Video
Photographer and videographer Gary Hughes presents his carefully curated compact travel kit, designed to handle both photo and video needs without sacrificing quality.
5MP Raw Files Upscaled for Large Prints
Keith Cooper tested the limits of 5MP raw files from a 2002 Olympus E-20 camera, upscaling them with Topaz...
Canon EF-EOS R Adapter Extends Lens Life for Mirrorless Cameras
The Canon EF-EOS R Mount Adapter is a cost-effective accessory for photographers transitioning to EOS R...
Sony A7 V Named Best Full Frame Expert Camera
The Sony A7 V, a full-frame mirrorless camera, has been honored as the Best Full Frame Expert Camera at the...
Glen Craig's Intimate Miles Davis Photos Highlight Sony's Silent Tech
Photographer Glen Craig captured Miles Davis with a rare sense of intimacy, prioritizing trust over staged...
Reviews
8 stories
Should you Buy the Sony A7III in 2026?
This video presents a very long-term review of the Sony A7III camera, considering its relevance for potential buyers in 2026.
UGREEN NAS DXP4800 Pro for Photo Storage
Camera Labs provides a hands-on review of the UGREEN NAS DXP4800 Pro, assessing its capabilities as a photo storage device.
Xiaomi Camera Hardware Meets Leica Design
The Leica Leitzphone, powered by Xiaomi hardware, integrates the exceptional camera system of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, featuring a 1-inch main sensor and a 200MP telephoto lens with mechanical zoom.
AI Software Edits Wedding Film Rough Cut in 10 Minutes
An artificial intelligence software capable of producing a rough cut of a wedding film in a mere 10 minutes.
AI Plugin for Lightroom Classic
Excire Search 2026 is a Lightroom Classic plugin that leverages local AI to analyze image and video content,...
Panasonic Lumix S 40mm f/2
The Panasonic Lumix S 40mm f/2 is a full-frame prime lens for L-mount cameras, featuring a 40mm focal length...
Audio Technica ATV-SG1 review: this compact shotgun mic has changed the way I record on-camera audio, and I’m not going
The Audio Technica ATV-SG1 is a compact shotgun microphone designed for on-camera use, offering solid build...
Synology DS1825+ offers significant upgrades over its predecessor
The Synology DS1825+ is reviewed as a substantial upgrade for photographers needing robust storage.
Rumors
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Photography news includes new Viltrox and Panasonic lenses
Recent photography news covers new lens releases like the Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 EVO and 55mm f/1.8 EVO, and the lightweight Panasonic 40mm f/2 for L-mount.
Opinion
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High-Volume Shooting Outperforms Perfectionism in Photography
A decades-old experiment by photographer Jerry Uelsmann demonstrated that a photography class split into two groups—one focused on planning a single perfect shot and the other tasked with taking as many photos as...
Photographer Shoots JPEG-Only for a Month
Photographer Ben Harvey conducted a month-long experiment shooting exclusively JPEGs on his Sony a7 III, forgoing RAW files and editing.
Canon Challenges Sony's Mirrorless Dominance
Sony holds the leading position in the mirrorless camera market.
Lucy Lumen on Gear Acquisition Syndrome in Photography
Lucy Lumen addresses Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS), a prevalent challenge within the photography community.
Anastasia Sierra Explores Motherhood Through Cinematic Photography
Photographer Anastasia Sierra uses her series "The Witching Hour" to explore the complex emotions surrounding...
News
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Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark III Special Edition Lottery
Canon USA is releasing a limited 30th Anniversary Special Edition of the popular PowerShot G7 X Mark III compact camera on April 28.
Raghu Rai's Funeral Honors Legacy with Nikon Z8 and Expired Kodak Film
The funeral of acclaimed Magnum photographer Raghu Rai featured a Nikon Z8 camera with a Z 24-200mm lens and a roll of expired Kodak ColorPlus 200 film placed on his chest.
Capybara Suspected in Trail Camera Thefts in Southern England
Two trail cameras deployed to locate a missing capybara, Samba, from Marwell Zoo in southern England have reportedly been stolen.
Industry
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Thypoch Challenges Sony with New Full-Frame Zoom Lens
Thypoch, known for manual focus cinema zooms, is entering the autofocus market with its first full-frame lens, a 24-50mm F2.8 zoom.
Dahua Technology's Solar Security Systems Offer Wireless Surveillance
Dahua Technology's innovative Wi-Fi Solar Security System offers businesses a simple, smart, and secure surveillance solution without complex cabling.