Pocketable Camera with Flip Screen and 6x Zoom
Yashica has launched the Crew, a budget-friendly compact camera designed with a Y2K aesthetic.
Archive Edition
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Rumors point to Nikon's Z7 III launching this month with a 67MP sensor and global shutter. Meanwhile, the iPhone 18 Pro Max review highlights its video prowess but notes its still photography lags behind Android rivals. Major camera makers like Canon, Sony, Nikon, and Fujifilm believe AI content will drive demand for dedicated cameras, focusing on user experience. Also, a drone pilot is dropping cash in Delaware, and researchers discovered a Patrick Starfish and 57 new marine species. Watch for further details on Nikon's potential new camera and the industry's response to AI's influence.
Gear
12 stories
Camera Makers Prioritize Experience Over Specs Amidst AI Concerns
Despite concerns about AI-generated content, leading camera manufacturers Canon, Sony, Nikon, and Fujifilm observe a trend where AI is driving consumers back to dedicated cameras.
Pro Photographer Balances Nikon Z8 with DSLRs and Film Cameras
A professional photographer maintains a diverse camera kit of 10 bodies, featuring a modern Nikon Z8 alongside five DSLRs (two D850s, two D780s, one D200) and four film cameras (Nikon FM2, F100, F6, N80).
OM System PEN Camera Tops Sales Charts in Japan
The OM System PEN, a retro-styled compact mirrorless camera, has achieved significant sales success in Japan, ranking second on retailer Kitamura Camera's best-selling list for September.
Sigma's APS-C Lens Lineup Ranked for Mirrorless Cameras
Sigma offers 10 APS-C mirrorless lenses, ranging from $344 to $919, with primes and zooms that present...
Canon R7 Bird Photography with 70-200mm f/2.8 Lens
This video demonstrates bird photography using the Canon R7 camera paired with a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens.
Compact Full Frame Cameras
The Canon EOS R8 Mark II, Sony a7C II, Nikon Z5IIC, and Panasonic Lumix S9 represent the smallest and most...
Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L Lens Deal Sparks System Change Interest
The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens, despite its age, offers a distinctive character and smooth image transition...
Leica Q3 43 features a 60MP sensor and a fixed 43mm lens
The Leica Q3 43 combines a 60-megapixel sensor with a fixed 43mm APO-Summicron f/2 ASPH lens, allowing the...
Canon Patent Reveals New Budget Macro RF Lenses
Canon appears to be developing more affordable macro lens options for RF-mount cameras, as indicated by a...
Nikon Z7 III Rumored for 67MP Global Shutter Release This Month
Speculation is mounting that Nikon could launch its Z7 III camera imminently, potentially within this month.
Landscape Photographer Adapts Techniques for African Safari
A landscape photographer recounts their experience on an African safari in Botswana, noting the necessary...
Reviews
12 stories
You don’t need an expensive scanner to digitize your film
The Lomography DigitaLIZA Max provides an accessible and affordable solution for digitizing film, eliminating the need for expensive dedicated scanners.
Anker MagGo Power Bank 2 Pro offers 25W Qi2 wireless charging
The Anker MagGo Power Bank 2 Pro is a feature-rich magnetic power bank with 25W Qi2 wireless charging, a useful smart display, and an adjustable kickstand.
FroKnowsPhoto Reviews a Photography Mistake
This content from FroKnowsPhoto centers on a hands-on review or practical guide.
Thomas Heaton Demonstrates Medium Format Macro Photography
The capabilities of medium format cameras for macro photography, a genre often thought to be exclusive to smaller formats.
Pete Coco Ditches Adobe Suite for New Workflow
Pete Coco has detailed his decision to move away from Adobe's Creative Cloud for his photography and...
iPhone 18 Pro Max
The iPhone 18 Pro Max continues to set the standard for smartphone video recording, providing consistently...
Best Birding Times Revealed by Camera Conspiracies
Insights into the best times for birding, challenging the common belief that early mornings are superior.
Camera Settings to Elevate Budget Camera Footage
A video from Micro Four Nerds explores how to achieve a more professional look with budget cameras through...
Hasselblad X2D Camera Runs the Classic Game DOOM
The Hasselblad X2D, a high-end digital camera, has demonstrated an unusual capability: it can run the classic...
Roma Fedorov Explains Switch to Amaran Lights
Their experience and rationale for transitioning to Amaran lighting equipment.
Is It the Right Camera for You?
Photographer Matt Day provides a practical, hands-on review of the Leica Q3 camera.
Sony's New 400mm and 600mm GM Lenses for Wildlife Photography
Sony has introduced two new telephoto prime lenses, the 400mm f/4.5 GM and 600mm f/6.3 GM.
Tutorials
1 stories
Achieve 3D Depth in Landscape Photography Edits
This tutorial by Mark Denney explains how to achieve a more three-dimensional look in landscape photography edits.
Field Notes
1 stories
Mads Peter Iversen Reflects on 10 Years of YouTube Landscape Photography
Mads Peter Iversen has released a 20-minute video summarizing his journey and experiences over the past 10 years of creating landscape photography content on YouTube.
Rumors
1 stories
Sigma Fp II L-Mount Cine Camera Rumored
An unconfirmed report suggests that Sigma is preparing to release a new L-mount cine compact camera, the Fp II.
Opinion
3 stories
Why New Models Don't Replicate Originals
On The PetaPixel Podcast, the discussion centers on the perceived decline in the 'magic' of digital photography.
Staged Photography Exhibitions Highlight Meticulous Planning
Two solo exhibitions at CPW in Kingston, New York, feature the meticulously staged photographs of Pixy Liao and Tanya Marcuse.
Compact Cine Cameras Excel in Stills Photography
The current trend in camera design favors video-first compact cine cameras, exemplified by models from Nikon, Canon, and Sony.
News
4 stories
Ocean Researchers Photograph Patrick Star
During a deep-sea expedition in Argentina's Mar del Plata Submarine Canyon, researchers discovered a vivid orange sea star that gained internet fame for its resemblance to the cartoon character Patrick Star.
Magnum Photographers Document European Pub Culture for Heineken
Magnum Photos photographers, including Mark Power and Bieke Depoorter, participated in the 'Europe's Living Rooms' project for Heineken.
Drone Drops Cash in Delaware
An unnamed drone pilot, who works in IT, has been dropping rolls of cash, up to $100 at a time, on strangers in Delaware.
Jason Momoa Receives Custom All-Brass Nikon ZR Cameras
Actor Jason Momoa was presented with two custom all-brass Nikon ZR cinema cameras by Nikon USA.