Hasselblad X2D II 100C Tops Japan's Camera Sales Chart
The $7,399 Hasselblad X2D II 100C, a 100MP medium format camera, has surged to the top of Japan's Yodobashi sales chart, unseating the Sony A7 V.
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Panasonic's Lumix S9 gains deeper smartphone control and creator tools via a new firmware update. Separately, Viltrox launches budget-friendly, compact telephoto prime lenses for multiple mirrorless mounts. Also, a marketing campaign controversially awarded $50,000 to a self-proclaimed "bad photographer" for Iceland travel content. Keep an eye on how these creator-focused tools and campaigns evolve.
Gear
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7-11 and New Balance Launch Retro Keychain Camera
In Hong Kong, 7-11 and New Balance have collaborated on a series of retro-inspired products, including a 1.6MP keychain camera called the Mini Camera.
"magic" CCD sensor is back! This retro
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Daniel Norton Demonstrates Mixing Flash and LED Lighting
Photographer Daniel Norton demonstrates how to successfully mix flash and LED lighting in a professional on-set environment.
Panasonic Lumix S9 Firmware Update Enhances Creator Tools
The Panasonic Lumix S9 compact full-frame camera has been updated with Firmware Ver.
Sony's Next Lens Revealed by Julia Trotti
Julia Trotti has revealed details about Sony's next lens, providing an early look at the new optical offering.
Stop overthinking shutter speed! Just shoot at 1/500 sec
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Toy Story Themed Kids Camera Launches in Japan
Kenko Tokina has launched a Woody and Buzz-themed compact camera in Japan, timed with the release of Toy Story...
Best Lenses for Sony A7R VI High-Resolution Camera
The Sony A7R VI, launching in 2026, features a 66.8MP sensor for exceptional detail, requiring...
Viltrox Launches Lightweight
Viltrox has unveiled two new telephoto prime lenses, the AF 75mm f/1.8 EVO and AF 90mm f/2.2 EVO, designed for...
Sony Previews New 65mm Medium Format Sensor for Venice Cinema System
Sony is developing a 65mm-format sensor for its modular Venice cinema system, offering a medium format option...
Panasonic Lumix TX3 Tops Japan's Compact Camera Sales
The Panasonic Lumix TX3 (known as ZS300 in the US and TZ300 in the UK) has rapidly achieved the top spot in...
Reviews
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Viltrox 90mm f/2.2 EVO Lens Review for Fujifilm
This video review from Pete Coco Photography provides a practical assessment of the Viltrox 90mm f/2.2 EVO lens designed for Fujifilm cameras.
Photographer's Comfort Zone Challenged in New Shoot
A recent photographic endeavor that extended beyond their usual creative comfort zone.
PERFECT DRONE (If you have no friends)
Kofi Yeboah provides a hands-on review of the DJI Mini 4 Pro drone, focusing on its suitability for solo content creators.
A hands-on take, review, or practical guide from The Art of Photography
This piece focuses on a hands-on take, review, or practical guide from The Art of Photography.
Lindsay Adler Demonstrates Lighting Effects with Two Lights
In this demonstration, photographer Lindsay Adler explores the versatility of lighting setups.
Photographer's 2026 Guide to Learning Photography
This guide, presented by THAT ICELANDIC GUY, details a personal strategy for aspiring photographers aiming to...
A hands-on take, review, or practical guide from Insta360
This piece focuses on a hands-on take, review, or practical guide from Insta360.
Essential Settings for Every Shoot
Photographer Jan Wegener provides a practical guide to essential settings for the Sony A7R VI camera.
Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.8 is a short telephoto portrait lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras
The Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.8 is a $329 short telephoto portrait lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras, providing a...
this portrait-friendly prime gets the next-gen treatment
The Viltrox AF 90mm f/2.2 Evo is a new prime lens designed for APS-C format Fujifilm, Nikon, and Sony cameras,...
Russ & Loz Productions' Badger Hunt with Nikon ZR
This video documents an adventure by Russ & Loz Productions as they search for badgers in a bluebell-filled...
Lighting Controls Subject Age More Than Retouching
Photographer John Gress explains how three key lighting decisions—source size, angle, and fill ratio—control...
Portable Light! Zhiyun Cinepeer CX100 Cob
This video offers a practical guide and review of the Zhiyun Cinepeer CX100 COB light.
Essential Posing Techniques for Photographers
This article provides a guide to 14 essential poses for portrait photographers, aimed at helping subjects feel...
A hands-on take, review, or practical guide from pal2tech
This piece focuses on a hands-on take, review, or practical guide from pal2tech.
Tutorials
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Lightroom Workflow for Consistent Portrait Skin Tones
Gerard Needham presents a five-step Lightroom workflow designed to achieve cohesive and consistent portrait skin tones across an entire gallery.
Field Notes
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Sam Ferris' Cinematic Street Photography Captures Sydney's Urban Solitude
Sam Ferris' photographic project, 'In Visible Light,' documents Sydney's Central Business District, capturing the city's atmosphere and urban solitude.
Opinion
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Why Cheap Point-and-Shoot Cameras Remain Popular Despite Poor Quality
Point-and-shoot cameras are often criticized for being slow, poor in low light, and inferior in image quality to modern smartphones.
News
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Icelandair Awards $50,000 to 'Worst' Photographer
Icelandair's marketing campaign sought a "really bad photographer" and has awarded 28-year-old Blanche Mortemard the top prize of $50,000 and an all-expenses-paid trip to Iceland.
Florida Wildlife Watch Seeks Public Help Classifying Trail Cam Images
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has launched the Florida Wildlife Watch project, a citizen science initiative encouraging the public to identify and classify animals captured by trail cameras.