A Swedish photographer has been using his photography to call for peace on Earth in an adorable way. His carefully staged scenes show anti-war squirrels communicating their message in a variety of ways.
Geert Weggen is an internationally award-winning photographer who has become well-known for specializing in photographing red squirrels. His photos have been published around the world in…
Ricoh has announced that it is releasing its GR IIIx in a new limited edition model called the GR IIIx Urban Edition Special Limited Camera. It features a different metallic gray finish and navy-blue ring around the lens barrel as well as exclusive accessories.
The…
Irix has announced a new 21mm f/1.4 lens for Canon, Nikon, and Pentax DSLRs. The lens is based on the 21mm T1.5 cinema lens the company announced in February.
The company says that the 21mm f/1.4 is the latest lens it has made that is derived from its Cine line of…
This camera-shaped everyday carry (EDC) multi-tool from Kikkerland Design allows users to carry what is normally several bulky and cumbersome tools in a form factor that can instead easily fit into a wallet.
Kikkerland Design bills itself as a company with one of the world’s largest collections of everyday carry items that combine fashion with function. Established in 1992, the company…
Optics manufacturer Irix has announced the release of a stills version of its 21mm prime lens, the 21mm F1.4. As with the other lenses in Irix’s cine and stills lineups, this lens remains optically unchanged from its cine counterpart, with the only difference being the…
Canon files patent application for a new electromagnet shutter design that aims to minimize shutter shock
March 10, 2022
Canon has filed a new patent in Japan that aims to reduce the vibrations caused by a mechanical shutter. Japanese patent application number 2022-039332 outlines the issue of shutter shock and proposes a novel design that uses electromagnets to increase the precision of…
Kuvrd, for making universal waterproof and dustproof lens caps, has launched a new product called the WaterBear. The company claims the tiny washable and reusable square can instantly and safely clean any kind of screen, lens, or display.
Using, storing, and organizing lenses and displays while also keeping them clean is not easy, and the WaterBear appears to be a simple and discreet…
In response to a copyright infringement lawsuit filed against fellow rapper Nas, Snoop Dogg argues photographers should not own the photos they take of celebrities.
Photographer Sues Nas Over His Photo of Nas
According to court documents obtained by Radar, photographer Al…
Leica Announces its Women Foto Project Award Winners
March 9, 2022
Leica Camera has announced the winners of the third annual Leica Women Foto Project Award in partnership with Fotografiska and VII Photo Agency, with the aim of expanding diverse representation in photography and empowering the female point of view.
Leica continues…
Venus Optics announces $699 Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine lens, the world's widest Super35 rectilinear prime lens
March 9, 2022
Venus Optics has announced the release of the world’s widest Super35 rectilinear prime lens, the Laowa 7.5mm T2.9 Zero-D Cine.
This lens, which is fully manual, has a roughly 12mm full-frame equivalent focal length and offers a 123-degree angle of view when captured with a Super35 frame. It’s constructed of 16 elements in 10 groups, including two extra-low dispersion (ED) elements and two…
