Lightroom Adds Experimental AI Image Regeneration Tool
Adobe has quietly integrated an experimental 'Prompt to Edit' feature into Lightroom, utilizing Google's Nano Banana generative AI.
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026
OnePlus has announced its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16, which will be exclusively available in China starting October 12. This follows OnePlus's earlier decision to cease sales in North America and Europe. Elsewhere, Adobe has quietly integrated an experimental 'Prompt to Edit' feature into Lightroom, utilizing Google's Nano Banana generative AI. Separately, Photography news covers new lens releases like Viltrox's affordable AIR series for L-mount and Brightin Star's manual focus 50mm f/2 Tri-Sight lens. A special Ricoh GR IV 30th Anniversary Kit is also available.
Gear
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iPhone 15 Pro Camera Settings for Optimal Photos
This guide details optimal camera settings for the iPhone 15 Pro to achieve superior photo quality.
Monetizing Your Camera in 2026
Pete Coco Photography has released a video detailing strategies for photographers to make money with their cameras in 2026.
Vintage Lenses Add Character to Modern Digital Cameras
Modern digital cameras produce technically polished images, but vintage lenses can introduce desirable imperfections and unique rendering characteristics.
Aperture Priority Over Manual Mode
Joseph Blake, who shoots 100-150 family sessions annually, argues against the perceived necessity of manual...
Fotorgear Campix Retro Digital Camera Teased
Fotorgear is teasing the upcoming Campix, a retro digital camera that incorporates a waist-level electronic...
Polaroid Mod Camera Simplifies Experimental Photography
Polaroid has launched the Mod, a new analog instant camera designed for experimental photography.
Sony A7S IV Rumored to Be in Development
Reports indicate that the Sony A7S IV is nearing development, six years after the A7S III's release.
Sony A7 V Mirrorless Camera Sees Price Reduction
The Sony A7 V, a hybrid all-rounder full-frame mirrorless camera, has received price cuts on various bundles,...
Sony Creators' App v3.5 Adds Creator-Made Creative Looks
The latest update, Creators' App v3.5, introduces a significant enhancement for compatible Sony cameras.
Reviews
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iPhone 15 Pro Chosen Over 18 Pro for First iPhone Purchase
The creator of Camera Conspiracies shares their experience and rationale for selecting the iPhone 15 Pro as their first iPhone, opting against the 18 Pro model.
Lindsay Adler Demonstrates Men's Portrait Lighting Techniques
In this video from Adorama, photographer Lindsay Adler provides a practical demonstration of lighting techniques specifically for men's portraits within the fashion and beauty industry.
Instant Camera for Creative Experiments
The Polaroid Mod instant camera simplifies complex photography tricks into accessible creative modes, allowing users to experiment with double exposures, split shots, light painting, and motion freeze effects without...
uprated universal L-bracket with ‘Quick Detach’ and XPAND functions
The 3 Legged Thing Lexie QD is an improved universal L-bracket designed for photographers with multiple camera bodies.
Sony A7V Camera Performance After 100,000 Photos
Photographer Taylor Jackson provides a detailed assessment of the Sony A7V camera after capturing over 100,000...
Gary Gough Shoots Coastal Long Exposures with ND Filters
Photographer Gary Gough details his approach to shooting long exposures on bright, sunny mornings at the...
Budget Full-Frame Lens
Jan Wegener provides a review of a budget full-frame lens, emphasizing its appealing qualities such as being...
Nikon D700 vs. Canon 5D Mark II
This video presents a head-to-head comparison between the Nikon D700 and the Canon 5D Mark II.
Budget Portrait Lens for Paid Work?
The TTArtisan AF 85mm f/1.8 Neo provides an affordable autofocus option for full-frame portrait photography,...
Canon RF
This digest highlights recent developments in the camera industry, focusing on major announcements from Canon...
Key Differences in Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras
Nikon's new Z5IIC camera is a variation of the Z5II, primarily distinguished by the absence of a viewfinder,...
Tutorials
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Review and Walkthrough
The video provides an in-depth review and walkthrough of the recently released Polaroid Mod camera.
Field Notes
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Astrophotographer Wins Award for Iceland Aurora Shot
Bulgarian astrophotographer Radoslav Sviretsov received first place in the "Aurorae" category of the ZWO Astronomy Photographer of the Year Award for an image taken in Iceland.
Rumors
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Recent photography news includes new Viltrox L-mount lenses
Photography news covers new lens releases like Viltrox's affordable AIR series for L-mount and Brightin Star's manual focus 50mm f/2 Tri-Sight lens.
Opinion
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Real Estate Photography Market
A viral social media claim that 71% of realtors closed no deals in 2025 is debunked using National Association of Realtors (NAR) data, which shows only 6% of individual agents and 2% of teams reported zero transactions.
Photographer Documents All-Female Kurdish Fighters' Cave Settlements
Italian photographer Valentina Sinis gained rare access to the underground cave settlements of the all-female Kurdish fighters of the Women’s Protection Forces (HPJ) in Iran.
News
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Sony A7 V Leads Japan's Best-Seller Charts
The Sony A7 V has once again claimed the top position on Yodobashi's best-selling mirrorless camera list in Japan, marking its fifth consecutive win.
VSCO's 'The Fifty' Showcases Photographers on US Billboards
VSCO has launched 'The Fifty,' an initiative to feature 50 photographers' work on billboards nationwide.
DxO PhotoLab 10.1 Integrates with Affinity for Seamless RAW to Edit Workflow
DxO and Affinity have partnered to simplify the workflow from RAW file processing to final image editing.
OnePlus 16 Camera Phone Exclusively for China
OnePlus has announced its latest flagship smartphone, the OnePlus 16, which will be exclusively available in China starting October 12.
Ocean Photography Award Highlights Shark Conservation Issues
Mexican photographer Daniel Taylor received commendation at the Ocean Photographer of the Year Award 2026 for...
Last Milky Way Views and Saturn's Best
October 2026 marks a transition for astrophotographers with earlier darkness and longer nights.
Industry
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From Penny Pictures to Mass Closure
The concept of affordable portrait photography for ordinary families evolved from early itinerant photographers selling "penny pictures" to large studio chains.