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Scientists are designing a new camera that could detect alien life

The ‘Earthrise’ photo from the Apollo 8 mission is widely considered one of the most copied and iconic photographs of all time. Taken by astronaut Bill Anders on December 24, 1968, it showed the Earth as a fragile, vulnerable sphere in the darkness of space, a perspective that profoundly influenced the environmental movement over the ensuing decades.  But now UK scientists are…
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All eight of these award-winning images were all shot with the same mirrorless camera – can you guess which one?

The winners of the 2025 British Photography Awards (BPA) have been announced – and one technical detail connects eight of this year’s most stunning images: they were all captured with the Canon EOS R5, a full-frame mirrorless camera. Founded as a non-profit competition, the BPA shine a spotlight on the very best of British photography, celebrating image makers, whether based in the UK (any…
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“A breathtaking year for British photography” –explore the very best imagery of Britain's prestigious photography awards

The winners of the 2025 British Photography Awards (BPA) have been announced. Founded as a non-profit competition, the awards shine a spotlight on the very best of British photography and celebrate both emerging talents and established image-makers – whether based in the UK (any nationality) or working abroad. This year’s shortlist featured 400 remarkable images, with 40 winners ultimately…
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Cheat sheet: What is white balance in photography?

Newcomers and veterans often ask what is white balance in photography – it’s a setting that’s often taken for granted and neglected, even by experienced shooters. In short, white balance in photography refers to the color temperature – how cool or warm the…
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Tickets for the Photography & Video Show 2026 are now on sale!

Tickets for the most exciting photography event of the year are now on sale. The Photography & Video Show 2026 kicks off at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK, on Saturday, March 14, and runs right through to Tuesday, March 17, 2026. It’s the UK’s leading event for visual storytellers, boasting over 500+ talks and live demos, opportunities to get hands-on with the latest…
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