All articles tagged with #photography
AP News published a photo gallery by Aaron Favila documenting the aftermath of a building collapse in the Philippines, offering visual coverage of the damage and surrounding response as part of its World News coverage dated May 25, 2026.
A curated, image-driven compilation of more than 30 historical photographs capturing some of the world’s darkest moments—from wars and genocides to racial injustice, disasters, and mass violence—each with brief captions. The piece emphasizes the graphic nature of the images and the importance of remembering these events, spanning events like the Tenerife air disaster, Nagasaki aftermath, Bloody Sunday, Selma, internment of Japanese Americans, Jonestown, the Vietnam napalm photo, and many others, ending with a call for reflection and resources for those affected by cruelty and trauma.
The Hayward Gallery in London will host Nan Goldin’s solo exhibition You Never Did Anything Wrong from November 2026 to March 2027, the first major UK institutional solo show for the photographer in over two decades, pairing her intimate documentation of 1980s New York with immersive slide-show and film works; the show reinforces Goldin’s long-running activism (PAIN) and aligns with recent international exhibitions that have highlighted her provocative, socially engaged practice.
The Milky Way Photographer of the Year awards celebrate 25 awe-inspiring dark-sky images captured in remote locations worldwide, highlighting photographers’ patience and planning as they document the Milky Way’s arch above deserts, waterfalls, coasts, and mountains.
Ron Howard’s Avedon uses archival footage and interviews to illuminate Richard Avedon’s genius for infusing motion into stills, while revealing a cool, demanding personality and a life intertwined with the magazine era; the Cannes debut balances context and work with a melancholy sense that we won’t see another figure like him, earning a B+.
Thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington for an America-themed prayer rally, showcased in AP’s photo gallery.
At the 2026 season, Chinese lens brands like Viltrox, Laowa, TTArtisan, SG-image, Meike, Yongnuo, and Thypoch reveal a broad autofocus-driven lineup across full-frame, APS-C, MF, and Micro Four Thirds, including premium pro and EVO lenses, compact primes, and specialty designs such as tilt-shift and fisheye, signaling a shift from budget glass to premium, cinema-like optics.
Photographer Jon McCormack turned pandemic-era beach walks into a years-long study of nature's patterns, producing the monograph Patterns: Art of the Natural World. From dunes that read as line drawings to micro-organisms seen through a microscope, his images reveal recurring motifs across deserts, glaciers, and wildlife. Using a long telephoto lens and focus stacking, he captures close-ups from remote expeditions and near-home scenes, aiming to make nature feel accessible to everyone and inspire its protection.
Sony’s Xperia VIII introduces an AI Camera Assistant that offers four real-time, scene-based creative directions with adjustable settings, but early promotional images were harshly criticized for over-editing and loss of detail. Sony later explained how the feature works (four directions with user customization), and while some insiders say it can perform well in real use, the promotional materials have already sparked controversy.
A Guardian photo essay from the 61st Venice Biennale captures its wildest moments—from a naked jetskiing sequence and a giant human bell at Seaworld Venice to a celebrity seagull outside the Polish pavilion—along with immersive installations and off-site works across the Giardini and Arsenale, highlighting participation from 99 countries and a program running through 22 November.
Sony's a7R VI packs a 66.8MP fully stacked Exmor RS sensor with the Bionz XR2 processor to deliver up to 30fps full-resolution RAW bursts, 16-stop dynamic range, upgraded AI autofocus, and Pixel Shift up to 265.8MP, plus video upgrades including 8K30 and 4K120 (with a crop), Dual Gain readout, and 32-bit float recording with the XLR handle, along with improved IBIS, a brighter HDR EVF, illuminated controls, and a US$4,499 price with a June release (Canada US$5,999).
A Guardian gallery showcases a global roster of Milky Way photographs for 2026, featuring remote locations from New Zealand to Argentina and Spain. Photographers describe demanding shoots and sophisticated techniques—long exposures, focus stacking, and post-processing—to reveal the galaxy with extraordinary clarity, amid challenging terrain, harsh weather, and strict light-pollution limits, underscoring the value of dark-sky conservation.
Canon released a second cryptic teaser ahead of its May 13, 2026 reveal, showing four camera silhouettes that suggest multiple new models and possibly a lineup above the V-series; a teaser page from B&H and playful replies from Canon have kept details vague as photographers await the official 9:00 a.m. EDT announcement.
AP News photos document climbers continuing the ascent on Mount Everest despite increasing challenges, highlighting the perilous conditions and the determination of those attempting to reach the summit atop the world’s highest peak.
A detailed review of the Chinotechs L.D. Meter, a compact metal device that pairs a laser rangefinder with a light meter for film photographers. Available in Pro (7°) and Lite (30°) versions (plus NYX), it meters ISO 3–8000, supports aperture or shutter priority, and offers single/continuous metering with a 0.1m–50m rangefinder; the reviewer praises build quality, battery life, and versatility, but notes a fiddly control scheme due to few buttons. It’s positioned as a rare all-in-one meter for landscape/panoramic work, with a few alternatives like Keks KM-Q, Voigtlander VC Speed Meter, and Sekonic Speedmaster; price ranges around $119–$179, and it's available on B&H/KEH.