SUMMARY

The 2026 Sony World Photography Awards have announced their winning entries. The competition saw a massive influx of submissions, with over 430,000 images entered from photographers across more than 200 countries and territories. This year's awards highlight the global reach and diverse talent within contemporary photography.

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Winners of the 2026 Sony World Photography Awards have been revealed.

Over 430,000 images were submitted to the competition.

Submissions came from photographers in over 200 countries and territories.

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