Photography News Roundup

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]

You’re looking for a compact ultra-wide zoom that stays small, takes front filters, and still promises strong sharpness. If you shoot interiors, real estate, or city nights, take a look at this option. [ Read More ]

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]

Concerts force you to work in low light with unpredictable motion and strict seating, which makes reach, stability, and restraint matter more than price. This video shows how a cheap tele zoom can handle a concert and still deliver lifelike results that many photographers assume require pro glass. [ Read More ]

When an 800mm lens appeared on Nikon’s lens roadmap in October 2021, I was immediately hooked. From the shape and size of the silhouette, it was pretty clear that it would be a PF lens prioritizing portability.

For years, I've heard the same argument repeated over and over: micro four thirds cameras just aren't professional enough. The shallow depth of field can't compete, the image quality falls short, and serious photographers should stick with full frame sensors. Honestly, I didn't know if this claim was true or just internet chatter. So when I got my hands on the brand new OM System 50-200mm f/2.8 lens and decided to test it against my Sony a7 IV with the massive Sigma 300-600mm f/4 lens, I knew this was going to be an eye-opening experience. [ Read More ]

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]

Think about the most important photo you want to create. Is it a great wedding photo of celebrities? Maybe documenting a historic event? I've had photos published in National Geographic, had museum exhibitions, and won awards. But it turns out the most important (and romantic) photo I've made was a simple night photo created with a flashlight! [ Read More ]

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]

Audio company Boya has launched the Boya mini 2, an ultra-compact mic that uses artificial intelligence to enhance noise cancellation and overall audio recording quality. [Read More]