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Monday, August 3, 2026
Sony has made a $1.3 billion offer to acquire Tamron, a move Tamron is now formally reviewing. Meanwhile, Nikon faces a significant setback as it lost a patent for its lens mount in China, impacting its ongoing legal battle with Viltrox. In other news, Ricoh now appears to fully own the Pentax brand, a positive development for DSLR enthusiasts. Watch for further developments on the Sony-Tamron deal and the implications of Nikon's patent loss.
Gear
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This cult compact camera is Japan's new No.1 – nearly 7 years after its release
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This lens changed everything for the fujifilm system
This story tracks a product, release, or product-related development from Mitch Lally.
Canon R5 Mark II and TS-E 17mm f/4 L Lens HDR Photography
A workflow for capturing HDR images with the Canon R5 Mark II camera.
Viltrox 28mm Pancake Lens Completes Compact Lumix S9 Kit
The Viltrox 28mm f/4.5 pancake lens, now available for L-mount, finally provides a suitably compact option for...
Nikon Z7 III Rumored to Feature 61MP Sensor
Fresh rumors indicate that Nikon is developing the Z7 III, a high-resolution camera expected to boast a sensor...
GoPro Max 2 360 Camera Hits Best-Ever Price
The GoPro Max 2 is a rugged 360-degree camera that records in 8K resolution and offers improved image...
Fujifilm Camera Most Fuji Shooters Overlook
The Fujifilm X-H2 packs a 40-megapixel sensor, in-body stabilization, and a modular design that accepts a...
Save now with current deals on the Alpha 1 II
Save now with current deals on the Alpha 1 II, Alpha 7 IV, Alpha 7R V and Alpha 7 III cameras.
Reviews
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Full Frame vs. Crop Sensor Cameras
In this video, David Bergman from Adorama breaks down the distinctions between full-frame and crop-sensor camera systems.
A hands-on take, review, or practical guide from PetaPixel YouTube
This piece focuses on a hands-on take, review, or practical guide from PetaPixel YouTube.
A hands-on take, review, or practical guide from Insta360. A Decade of 360
This piece focuses on a hands-on take, review, or practical guide from Insta360.
Alex Armitage Reviews a Printer for Photographers
Alex Armitage provides a review of a printer, asserting that while printing is a crucial part of a photographer's workflow, the reviewed model falls short.
Ordinary Filmmaker Reviews Versatile Camera Gear
The review delves into the capabilities of a camera system designed for both still photography and video...
Canon RF 24-105mm vs. RF 28-70mm Lens Comparison
Dan Yosua provides a hands-on review comparing Canon's RF 24-105mm and RF 28-70mm lenses.
Opinion
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why James Karales' camera turned away from the hero shot and focused on the sky
Scroll through the coverage of the historic 1965 Selma to Montgomery civil rightsmarch and you'll find plenty of close, urgent pictures.
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News
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Callie Soden Wins 2026 International Pet Photographer of the Year
Photographer Callie Soden was awarded International Pet Photographer of the Year 2026 for her portfolio of five dog images, including a composite of her dog praying at a church altar.
August Photo Contests for All Skill Levels
This article highlights several photography competitions with open calls for submissions between August 2026 and January 2027.
Photographer's 30-Year Project Teaches Patience and Local Depth
Photographer Robert Canis has published Elmley: First Light to Last, a book featuring 139 images captured over 30 years at Elmley National Nature Reserve.
First Milky Way Arch Photographed Over Argentina's UNESCO Site
Gonzalo Javier Santile has achieved a career-defining moment by capturing the first photograph of a complete Milky Way arch over Argentina's Parque Provincial Ischigualasto, also known as Valle de la Luna.
Sony Eyes Tamron Acquisition Amid Nikon Patent Issues
Sony has made a surprise proposal to acquire Tamron, with Tamron confirming the bid is legitimate and forming...
Industry
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Record databases now show that Ricoh owns the Pentax brand
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