Vintage Darkroom Tools Essential for Analog Photography
Analog black-and-white printing historically relied on eight specialized darkroom tools, many unfamiliar to photographers who started after the smartphone era.
Archive Edition
Monday, September 21, 2026
Snap co-founder Evan Spiegel has launched 'Specs', a new generation of camera glasses that differ from previous iterations and competitors like Meta. Elsewhere, Canon has launched the EOS R8 Mark II, its lightest and most affordable full-frame camera, featuring in-body image stabilization and an improved buffer. Panasonic introduced the compact LUMIX S 20mm f/2.5 wide-angle prime for L-mount cameras. Separately, Potential upcoming announcements from Canon, speculating about a possible EOS R8 II camera and its features. The discussion also touches upon common photography mistakes that can negatively impact image quality.
Gear
7 stories
Kyle McDougall Captures First Images with 8x10 Film Camera
Kyle McDougall has documented his first photographic endeavors using an 8x10 film camera.
Snap Specs Smart Glasses Launch with Camera Focus
Snap co-founder Evan Spiegel has launched 'Specs', a new generation of camera glasses that differ from previous iterations and competitors like Meta.
Canon Patents Fingerprint Sensors in Camera Grips
Canon has filed a patent detailing three designs for embedding fingerprint sensors directly into the grips of future mirrorless cameras.
Taylor Jackson's Off-Camera Flash Location Challenge
In this video, photographer Taylor Jackson undertakes a 'Bad Location Challenge' to showcase the capabilities...
Nikon and Canon Camera Rumors and Speculation
This week is expected to bring an announcement from Nikon.
Hollyland Pyro 7 Ultra Monitor Offers 1km Wireless 4K Video Transmission
Hollyland has released the Pyro 7 Ultra, an on-camera video monitor designed for professionals.
Reviews
12 stories
A hands-on review of the iPhone 18 Pro Max
Kofi Yeboah provides a practical, hands-on review of the iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Night Hike to Photograph Joshua Tree's Inscribed Boulders
The photographer embarked on a difficult three-mile night hike into Joshua Tree National Park to reach Samuelson's Rocks, a location featuring seven boulders with philosophical inscriptions.
Photography Composition Rules Ranked
Photographer Craig Roberts has ranked various composition rules, from the rule of thirds to vanishing points and curves.
Julia Trotti provides a hands-on review of the Canon EOS R8 Mark II
This review offers a hands-on perspective on the Canon EOS R8 Mark II, an entry-level mirrorless camera.
Mac mini M5 Pro
Apple's Mac mini with the M5 Pro chip delivers substantial performance improvements for creative...
Two Months of Lingering Annoyances
His experiences after two months with the Sony FX5 camera, focusing on aspects that continue to cause...
Insta360 Luna Ultra Offers Ultimate Zoom Update
The Insta360 Luna Ultra camera is presented as a major advancement in zoom technology.
Pro Photographer's First Impressions
Professional photographer Lee Zavitz offers his first impressions of the iPhone 18 Pro.
Canon EOS R8 II Rumors and Photography Discussion
Potential upcoming announcements from Canon, speculating about a possible EOS R8 II camera and its features.
Spypoint FLEX-M2 offers an affordable entry into cellular trail cameras
The Spypoint FLEX-M2 is an entry-level cellular trail camera designed to make the technology more accessible,...
Leica-Engineered Insta360 Ace Pro 2 Challenges Action Camera Perceptions
The Insta360 Ace Pro 2, featuring Leica optics and a 1/1.3-inch sensor, aims to elevate action camera image...
Wildlife Photographers Evaluate Sony's New 400mm and 600mm GM Lenses
Wildlife photographers Hannah Rheaume and Dani Hamm recently tested Sony's new 400mm f/4.5 GM and 600mm f/6.3...
Tutorials
3 stories
MASTER Your Insta360 X6
This video serves as an ultimate beginner's guide to the Insta360 X6 action camera.
Photographing Large Groups with a Single Flash
A tutorial featuring photographer Gary Hughes on how to effectively photograph large groups.
Jan Wegener's Bird Photography Exposure Techniques
Jan Wegener, with over 20 years of experience photographing wild birds, advises against aggressive highlight protection, which can lead to underexposed images.
Field Notes
2 stories
Street Photography in Paradise
This video, titled '7 Days in Street Photography Paradise,' documents a recent photography and videography excursion by Mike Chudley.
Maximizing Single Subjects in Foggy Conditions
Adrian Vila shares techniques for photographing in foggy conditions, emphasizing the importance of finding and working a strong single subject.
Opinion
3 stories
Landscape Photography Myths Debunked
Michael Scott, through ScottymanPhoto, addresses nine prevalent landscape photography myths, challenging notions about gear, editing, and the nature of the pursuit.
Photography's Enduring Role in Capturing Events
Video has become a more suitable medium for documenting unfolding events due to its ability to show what is happening in real-time.
Urban Nature and Unconventional Living
Mattia Corato's photographic work traces the River Lea in East London, a waterway historically vital for industry and now a space where wild nature, urban history, and unconventional living converge.
News
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Talbot's Discovery Revolutionized Early Photography Exposure Times
In 1840, English chemist and photographer William Henry Fox Talbot discovered a method to significantly reduce the time required to take a photograph.
Carly Goldsmith Wins Mono Awards "People" Category
Australian photographer Carly Goldsmith has won the "People" category of the 2026 Mono Awards for her black-and-white image titled "Childhood." The competition, hosted by Australian Photography and Capture magazines,...
Canon EOS R8 Mark II and New Lenses Lead Photography News
Canon has launched the EOS R8 Mark II, its lightest and most affordable full-frame camera, featuring in-body image stabilization and an improved buffer.
Nicolas Rachline's "Elsebound" Captures Film Noir Street Photography
Nicolas Rachline's first monograph, "Elsebound: Photographs from the Quiet Hours," presents a decade of nocturnal, cinematic street imagery.
Nikon Gear Discounts Up to 37% on DSLRs
Nikon, a long-standing camera and lens manufacturer, is currently featured in a sale at B&H Photo with savings...
Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S Lens Sees Lowest Price
The Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S, a top-tier telephoto zoom lens praised for its performance and versatility,...
Nikon Small World in Motion Highlights Microscopic Video Science
The 16th annual Nikon Small World in Motion competition showcased the scientific and medical research...