Jeff Bridges Revives WideluxX Panoramic Film Camera
Oscar-winning actor Jeff Bridges, alongside photographer Susan Bridges, has revived the iconic Widelux film camera, now called the WideluxX.
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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Nikon's Z9 II flagship camera is reportedly delayed until 2026 or 2027, potentially impacting the mirrorless market. Meanwhile, Adobe Lightroom CC now features AI-powered natural language search, enhancing photo organization. Fujifilm's XF 16-55mm f/2.8 II lens faces scrutiny in a real-world comparison, and the beloved Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM lens has been discontinued in Japan. Watch for further developments on Nikon's camera roadmap and the adoption of AI tools in editing software.
Gear
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Jeff Bridges' WideluxX Camera Revival Moves Forward
Actor Jeff Bridges and his SilverBridges team are actively working on reviving the Widelux, a beloved panoramic film camera known for its panning lens.
DJI Mic Mini 2 Adds Color and Lower Price
DJI has released the Mic Mini 2, a subtle update to its popular wireless microphone.
Canon Discontinues Popular EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens in Japan
Canon has officially discontinued its popular EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM DSLR lens in Japan, marking the end of an era for many Canon shooters.
Nikon Zf Draws Inspiration from Classic FM2 Camera
This video explores the Nikon FM2, a classic film camera that served as the inspiration for the modern Nikon...
Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8
The Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD is a fast standard zoom lens available for Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount...
Canon PowerShot V1 Compact Camera Hits Lowest Price
The Canon PowerShot V1, a compact camera with a large 1.4-type 22.3MP sensor and a 16-50mm equivalent lens, is...
Thomas J McClure's Travel Camera Gear
Thomas J McClure has provided links to the items included in his travel camera kit.
Xelmus Unveils World's Widest Anamorphic Lens with 150° Field of View
Filmmaking lens specialist Xelmus has debuted the Xelmus Aura 16mm 2x, an anamorphic lens with a 150° field of...
Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop Updates Enhance Editing Workflow
Adobe's latest updates for Photoshop and Lightroom aim to streamline editing workflows.
DJI Mic Mini 2 Adds Color and Enhanced Audio for Creators
DJI has launched the Mic Mini 2, an updated entry-level microphone system designed for vloggers and creators...
TTartisan's Ringless Neo Lenses Offer Minimalist Design at Low Cost
TTartisan is launching a new "Neo" series of lenses, starting with a 50mm f/1.8 autofocus prime for Sony E and...
Which Hybrid Camera is Right for You?
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II, a best-selling hybrid camera, is still a compelling option despite the release of...
Nikon Z9 II Release Delayed to 2026 or Later
Rumors surrounding the Nikon Z9 II's release have been tempered by a new report indicating that the camera is...
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Wins Best Photo Smartphone at TIPA Awards
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has been honored as the Best Photo Smartphone at the TIPA World Awards 2026,...
Filmmaking Gear Highlights from Major Camera Convention
Insights on essential filmmaking gear discovered at a major camera convention.
Cheap Cloned Cameras
Many inexpensive cameras on Amazon, styled like Sony models, boast impressive specifications such as 72MP...
Reviews
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Canon Arizona Enhances Artistic Painting Reproduction
The Canon Arizona printer's advanced layering technology is showcased in a case study featuring Stale Amsterdam.
Landscape Photo Demonstration
Spencer Cox, a landscape photographer and co-runner of Photography Life, has released a 30-minute video tutorial on YouTube.
Julia Trotti Recommends Pic-Time for Client Galleries
Photographer Julia Trotti highlights Pic-Time as an effective platform for delivering client galleries.
Pic-Time 2.0 Redesign Offers Free Preset Pack
Pic-Time 2.0, a photography and hybrid video platform, has undergone a complete redesign.
Adorama's Lindsay Adler Demystifies Studio Lighting
Lindsay Adler, in a video from Adorama, aims to alleviate fears associated with studio lighting for beginners.
Canon Colorado XL-Series TRIdrive Vacuum Belt System Explained
The Canon Colorado XL-series printer features an innovative UVgel TRIdrive vacuum belt system designed to...
Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8 S vs. Viltrox 55mm f/1.8
A detailed comparison between the Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.8 S and the Viltrox 55mm f/1.8 Evo lenses for Nikon Z...
Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 II Lens Comparison
Andy Mumford compares the new Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR II lens against the 16-50mm and 16-80mm models...
Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3
The Panasonic Lumix S 18-40mm f/4.5-6.3 lens is praised for its exceptionally compact and lightweight design,...
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This review covers the Tamron 35-100mm f/2.8 Di III VXD camera lens.
RoughCut Software Speeds Up Wedding Video Editing
Wedding videographers and filmmakers can significantly reduce their editing time with RoughCut software.
Tutorials
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Beginner Flash Photography Mistakes and Solutions
Ed Verosky's tutorial addresses frequent flash photography mistakes made by beginners, emphasizing that understanding these errors is more valuable than gear upgrades.
Gary Hughes' Compact Travel Photo & Video Kit
Gary Hughes presents a minimalist photo and video kit specifically curated for travel.
Field Notes
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OM System OM-3 Road Trip Captures Vanishing America
Jerred Z takes viewers on a creative road trip to Corning, Missouri, exploring more engaging ways to practice photography.
Rumors
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Sony Registers Three New Camera Models
Sony has officially registered three new camera models with regulatory bodies, indicating upcoming product releases.
Opinion
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Focal Lengths That Defined Urban Landscape Photography
Focal length is a decisive, yet often overlooked, element in photography's style, especially in urban landscape genres.
Nikon ZR Camera Blends Video Focus with Red Co-Branding
The Nikon ZR is a video-focused camera co-branded with Red, sharing a 24.5MP sensor with the Z6III but adding a new R3D Raw video codec, a video-oriented UI, and internal 32-bit float audio recording.
Overcoming Gear Acquisition Syndrome
The video encourages photographers to move beyond the constant debate of full-frame versus APS-C sensors and the pursuit of the newest mirrorless camera specifications.
A growing trend offers professional cameras in colors beyond black and silver
The trend of offering professional cameras in various colors beyond traditional black and silver is growing, with models like the Panasonic Lumix S9 and Nikon Zf available in multiple hues.
News
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Photographer Jack Jackson's "Dogs in Flight" Exhibition Promotes Rescue Adoption
Award-winning Toronto dog photographer Jack Jackson is exhibiting "Dogs in Flight," a series of 10 images capturing rescue dogs in mid-air leaps.
Lab-Grown Turtle Image Wins Environmental Photography Award
The Grand Prize winner of the 2026 Environmental Photography Award is Britta Jaschinski's "Handprint on Sea Turtle," an image captured in a wildlife forensic lab.
Lightroom CC Adds AI-Powered Natural Language Photo Search
Adobe has integrated an AI-powered natural language search tool into Lightroom CC, a feature previously only available on Lightroom Web.
Pulitzer-Winning Photojournalist Jack Thornell Dies at 86
Associated Press photojournalist Jack Thornell, who captured a Pulitzer Prize-winning image of the 1966 assassination attempt on civil rights activist James Meredith, died on April 23 at age 86.
Hasselblad Masters 2026 Finalists Announced
The Hasselblad Masters 2026 competition has announced its 70 finalists, chosen from more than 108,000...
Young Photographer Wins Nature Award for Camouflaged Hare Image
Twenty-year-old German photographer Luca Lorenz has won the GDT Nature Photographer of the Year 2026.
Wildlife Photography Initiative Raises Funds for Giraffe Conservation
The Remembering Wildlife initiative, founded by Margot Raggett MBE, is leveraging powerful wildlife...
Canon to Accelerate Camera Development with AI Simulation
Canon is enhancing its prototype simulation technology with AI to accelerate camera development and lower...
YouTuber's Night Vision Camera Captures Rare Deep-Sea Creatures
UK-based YouTuber Barny Dillarstone utilized a night vision camera to explore the deep ocean off the coast of...
Industry
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Photographers Exit Adobe Over Rising Costs and Unwanted AI
For years, Adobe's Lightroom and Photoshop were the industry standard for photographers, despite a subscription model that has seen costs roughly double.