Documenting Decline: Photography’s Role in Local News Crisis
Ann Hermes documents the disappearing world of local newsrooms through photography, creating both tribute and historical record of journalism's transformation.
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Defining the Boundaries of Street Photography
Street photography's definition remains contested among practitioners, with ongoing debates about location, spontaneity, and subject requirements shaping this vital documentary...
The Full-Frame Mirrorless Revolution: Why 2025 Is Pivotal
Three major manufacturers released competitive full-frame mirrorless cameras in 2025, creating an unprecedented level of choice and capability in the...
X’s Photo Editing Feature Sparks Urgent Safety Concerns
X's newly introduced photo editing feature has become a vehicle for non-consensual image manipulation, primarily targeting women, raising critical questions...
South Korean Wedding Photographer Faces Prison for Defrauding Hundreds of Couples
South Korean photographer sentenced to 18 months imprisonment for defrauding over 160 wedding couples by accepting payments without delivering promised...
ESA Reveals Extraordinary Imagery of Phobos Above Martian Storm
ESA releases exceptional imagery featuring Phobos, Mars' irregularly-shaped moon, positioned above a massive dust storm enveloping the Red Planet.
Archival Soviet Images Capture Rare Wildlife Encounters
Striking archival photographs document Soviet military personnel interacting directly with Arctic wildlife on the remote Chukchi Peninsula during the Cold...
Leica Returns to In-House Sensor Manufacturing
Leica announces plans to develop proprietary image sensors internally, a strategic move to strengthen technological independence and differentiation in an...
2025: When Camera Design Prioritized the Joy of Shooting
2025 marked a pivotal year where camera manufacturers shifted focus from raw specifications to creating intuitive, emotionally engaging photographic experiences.
How Cartier-Bresson Defied His Own Vision to Capture an Immortal Moment
Discover how legendary photographer Henri Cartier-Bresson compromised his own artistic philosophy to create one of photography's most iconic images.
2025 Camera Market: Why Professionals Are Excited
2025 emerges as a pivotal year for imaging technology, with innovative camera bodies and optical systems reshaping professional photography practice.
Sigma’s Dominant 2025: Innovation Leadership in Imaging
Sigma demonstrates unparalleled momentum in imaging innovation, earning PetaPixel's Photo Company of the Year award for the second consecutive year...
Instagram Chief Questions Camera Industry’s Strategic Focus
Instagram's leadership challenges camera manufacturers' design priorities, suggesting industry focus misses modern visual culture's true demands amid growing AI saturation.
Speed and Simplicity: High-Speed Racing Photography Through Disposable Film
Motorsports photographer Jamey Price captures compelling Formula 1 imagery using budget-friendly disposable film cameras, challenging assumptions about professional equipment requirements.
Kodak Compact Camera Dominates 2025 Sales at Major Japanese Retailer
Map Camera's 2025 sales rankings reveal surprising market dynamics, with Kodak's affordable PixPro FZ55 compact emerging as the year's top-selling...
Remembering the Visionary Photographers We Lost in 2025
2025 has seen the loss of several transformative photographers whose innovative work fundamentally shaped visual culture and inspired generations of...
Breaking Creative Boundaries: Artist Reimagines Pyrotechnic Photography
New York-based photographer Benjamin Sunkyong Kim transforms pyrotechnic documentation through innovative abstract techniques, leveraging weekly Coney Island displays for artistic...
2025’s Most Stunning Wildlife Captures From Remote Cameras
Trail cameras worldwide captured extraordinary wildlife moments in 2025, including a thought-to-be-extinct big cat and unprecedented behavioral footage from grizzly...
From Postal Routes to Serengeti: Cinematographer’s Unconventional Path to Wildlife Filmmaking
Emmy-winning cinematographer Bertie Gregory, whose unusual journey from postal work to wildlife filmmaking, collaborates with peer Tom Walker to deliver...
Aerial Imagery Pioneer Showcases Best Drone Work From 2025
Accomplished aerial photographer Chris Gorman reflects on how drone technology rivals digital photography's revolutionary impact, sharing standout 2025 imagery.