PetaPixel Photography and Camera News, Reviews, and Inspiration
- Eastman Kodak Rebrands More Photo Film as It Regains Distribution Controlby Jeremy Gray on November 4, 2025 at 4:54 pm
When Kodak quietly and surprisingly announced Kodacolor 100 and 200 at the end of September, analog photographers were rightly excited. However, the most interesting part of the announcement was perhaps not the new film at all, but the dramatic shift in how Kodak is selling film. This change is continuing, as Eastman Kodak is now selling Kodak Gold 200 and Ultramax 400 directly to retailers, with new, retro-inspired packaging in tow. [Read More]
- PixyBeam Reimagines How You Share Your Photosby Kate Garibaldi on November 4, 2025 at 2:45 pm
PixyBeam, developed by Innoscend, introduces a new way to experience photography, free from the constraints of traditional displays. Instead of being limited to a small screen or a glossy TV, PixyBeam projects photos and short clips directly onto walls or ceilings, creating immersive, 3D-like slide shows that fill the room. [Read More]
- Getty Images Mostly Loses its Legal Battle Against Stability AIby Matt Growcoot on November 4, 2025 at 2:35 pm
A court in London has largely sided with Stability AI in its legal battle with Getty Images, marking a significant ruling in the ongoing debate over how copyright laws apply to generative AI. [Read More]
- Canon Offers an Even Better Look at Its Upcoming Cameraby Jeremy Gray on November 4, 2025 at 2:27 pm
Less than 48 hours before its highly anticipated reveal, Canon has shared a fresh teaser image of its upcoming camera. [Read More]
- There Is a New Netflix-Like Streaming Platform for Photographersby Kate Garibaldi on November 4, 2025 at 2:15 pm
The Professional Photographers of America (PPA), the world’s largest nonprofit photography association, has launched PhotoVision. This new streaming platform brings together more than 2,500 videos and 1,700 articles focused on the art, business, and inspiration of photography. [Read More]
- DxO Brings ‘Major Enhancements’ to All its Flagship Photo Editing Appsby Ted Kritsonis on November 4, 2025 at 2:00 pm
DxO is rolling out a trio of significant software updates simultaneously for its flagship products — DxO PhotoLab, DxO PureRAW, and Nik Collection. Each update focuses on the core competency of its respective program, with the company calling them “major enhancements” aimed at improving workflow integration, creative control, and overall image quality. [Read More]
- Photographer Sues University Coffee Shop Over Blueberry Muffin Imageby Matt Growcoot on November 4, 2025 at 12:30 pm
A professional photographer is taking legal action against a university coffee shop, alleging that it used her photo of a blueberry muffin without permission. [Read More]
- These Historical Figures Lived Long Enough to be Painted and Photographedby Matt Growcoot on November 4, 2025 at 11:04 am
Looking at paintings of historical figures, it can be difficult to know whether that’s what they really looked like, or whether the painter was being interpretive — perhaps pressured by the subject. [Read More]
- Handheld Macro Mastery: How to Capture Stunning Close-Ups Without a Tripodby Michael Bonocore on November 3, 2025 at 10:38 pm
Photographer Chris McGinnis has never taken a macro photograph in the field with a tripod in his entire career as an OM SYSTEM ambassador. The reason is simple: mobility trumps stability when you understand the workarounds. [Read More]
- Adobe’s Lightroom Updates Are What Good AI Implementation Looks Likeby Jaron Schneider on November 3, 2025 at 8:50 pm
This past week, Adobe added several new features to Lightroom Classic that are powered by AI. My knee-jerk reaction to any new AI feature is immediate skepticism, but after looking at the updates, the additions all look like welcome improvements. [Read More]
