Engineering for Distant Worlds
NASA's Voyager 1 and 2 missions utilized two 1970s vidicon cameras mounted on a steerable scan platform, enabling independent aiming from the spacecraft's main body.
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Sony has confirmed its intention to acquire Tamron, aiming to make the lens specialist a wholly owned subsidiary. Elsewhere, Founded in Germany in 1902, Plaubel & Company became known for high-quality cameras, including the Makina series. Separately, The Haida NanoPro X in 1 filter set is an upgrade to the earlier VND-CPL, featuring a magnetic system for easier filter swaps.
Gear
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Versatile 360 Camera Use Cases
The Insta360 X6 360 camera provides distinct advantages for creators, enabling them to capture immersive footage.
Sigma BF Camera Wins Red Dot Best of the Best Award
The Sigma BF, a minimalist full-frame mirrorless camera, has received a 'Best of the Best' award at the 2026 Red Dot Design Awards for its radical simplicity and design philosophy.
From Germany to Japan: The strange, but brilliant history of Plaubel Makina cameras
Founded in Germany in 1902, Plaubel & Company became known for high-quality cameras, including the Makina series.
AI Drives Rising Memory Costs
The increasing demand for digital storage driven by generative AI is causing a rise in memory costs, affecting...
Kate Winslet Replicates Lee Miller's Rolleiflex for Biopic
For the biopic 'Lee,' actress Kate Winslet sought to embody photographer Lee Miller by focusing on her camera.
Reviews
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Haida NanoPro X Filter Set Enhances Versatility
The Haida NanoPro X in 1 filter set is an upgrade to the earlier VND-CPL, featuring a magnetic system for easier filter swaps.
Ken Rockwell Reviews Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 II Lens
This review by Ken Rockwell offers a practical assessment of the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 II lens.
Thomas J McClure Reflects on Leaving Sony for New Camera
Thomas J McClure addresses his decision to leave Sony for a different camera system.
Camera Conspiracies Reviews Fan-Submitted "Worst Photos"
In this video, Camera Conspiracies dives into a collection of photographs submitted by their audience, which are described as the "worst photos imaginable." The creator examines these images, likely highlighting...
Lightroom Sliders Fix Mountain Edge Halos
Adobe's August update for Lightroom Classic introduced edge and feather sliders within AI masks, enabling...
Insta360 X6 Soars Above Mont Blanc in New Video
The Insta360 X6 action camera is featured in a new video demonstrating its performance in challenging aerial...
Jason Morris provides a hands-on comparison of the Sony FX6 and FX5 cameras
A practical, hands-on comparison between the Sony FX6 and FX5 cameras.
Photography Composition Tips in 11 Minutes
This video guide focuses on improving photography composition within an 11-minute timeframe.
Laowa Aksen 1-5x Ultra Macro Apo lens offers 1x to 5x magnification
The Laowa Aksen 1-5x Ultra Macro Apo lens provides a magnification range from 1x to 5x, venturing into the...
Laowa Aksen 5-10x Ultra Macro Apo lens offers extreme magnification from 5x to 10x
The Laowa Aksen 5-10x Ultra Macro Apo lens provides an unprecedented 5x to 10x magnification range, allowing...
OM System 12-45mm f/4 Pro Lens
After six months of use, Jerred Z provides an in-depth look at the OM System 12-45mm f/4 Pro lens.
Tutorials
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Lightroom Masks Transform Harsh Midday Sun Landscapes
Editing landscape photos taken in harsh midday sun can be challenging, but Lightroom Classic's masking tools offer a solution.
Nigel Danson Shares 5 Photography Improvement Tips
Five actionable tips to help photographers improve their craft.
Field Notes
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Leica Q2 Street Photography with Off-Camera Flash
In this field note, Gareth Danks explores street photography with a Leica Q2 camera.
Opinion
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Street Photographers' Stance on Permission
In this commentary, Sean Tucker explores the prevalent practice among street photographers of not seeking explicit permission from their subjects.
Tatiana Hopper on Finding Photographic Subjects
Photographer Tatiana Hopper addresses the common sentiment of being unable to find anything worth photographing.
Bounce Lighting Technique for Softer
Photographer Tyler Stalman advocates for bouncing a single high-output light off a white wall as a superior method for achieving soft, usable light compared to traditional soft boxes.
News
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Best Perseid Meteor Photos from Around the World
Grigonis, a photographer passionate about astrophotography, presents a curated collection of the best Perseid meteor shower photos from 2026.
Poodles Lead 2025's Most Photographed Dog Breeds
A new study by photobook platform Popsa analyzed millions of pet owner photos to identify the most photographed dog breeds of 2025.
Industry
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Sony's Potential Tamron Acquisition Could Reshape Photography
Sony has confirmed its intention to acquire Tamron, aiming to make the lens specialist a wholly owned subsidiary.