Is the Sony a7 III Still Worth Buying in 2026?

The Sony a7 III was introduced in 2018, and since its launch, it continues to attract many photographers. However, in 2026, with many offerings already in the 24MP sensor range, the question arises: is it worth your time? The short version of this answer: a resounding yes. But t…

Autumnal Open Thread

My move is coming down to the wire (omg so many things to juggle!), kids are heading back to school, I’m going to be traveling, and it’s a holiday weekend here in the States, so there’s probably not going to be too much going on here until next week. Thanks for your patien…

Leica Unveils Summicron-M 66mm f2, a Modern Take on the Iconic Elcan 66mm

Leica has achieved the impossible again. The company has announced a new version of its "spy lens," the Elcan 66mm f2, called the Summicron-M 66mm f2. A focal range of this nature doesn't exist anywhere else, making it not just unique but priceless. Leica users who love sharp im…

Pentax K-1 Mark II Has Now Been Discontinued

The Pentax K-1 Mark II has finally been marked as discontinued at multiple Japanese camera retailers. With the camera gone, Pentax no longer has a DSLR camera in production, since the APS-C model, too, was discontinued earlier this year. The K-mount system had a strong hold on D…

Writer, journalist, and feminist activist Gloria Steinem...

Writer, journalist, and feminist activist Gloria Steinem has died. She was 92.

The Dreame Leaptic Cube Uses AI for a New Kind of Camera

Dreame Technology is officially announcing their new Dreame Leaptic Cube AI camera at IFA 2026; and if you're reading this, it could be more of a nightmare than a dream for some photographers. Dreame is really, really embracing the technology instead of being more conservative a…

The Tale of Three Binoculars for Bird Photography

I've always been a bit of an anomaly when it comes to photography. For several years, I've said that I'm legally blind -- and that's the medical term for it. And I remember during a Sony campaign that I did to help legally blind photographers, I had to say, "low vision," instead…

Salter Cane this Saturday

Looking for something to do in Brighton this weekend? I’ve got ya covered. Come to the excellent Prince Albert pub on Trafalger Street at 8pm on Saturday, September 5th. Head upstairs with your ticket. There you will be treated to an excellent triple bill. First up is Figure…

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An Ad-Free Phoblographer Is Only $25 a Year. Here’s Why That Matters

A Phoblographer subscription costs $25 a year, or a bit over two dollars a month, and it removes every banner ad from the site. That's the simple pitch. But the bigger reason it matters is what that money actually funds: an independent photography publication that doesn't take d…

Goroutine Leak Profiles

The Go Blog Goroutine Leak Profiles Vlad Saioc 2 September 2026 Go’s concurrency features are powerful and easy to use, but that same ease can sometimes lead even seasoned developers to make mistakes. Fortunately, the Go ecosystem comes…

The Best Fujifilm Travel Photography Kit Used By a Real Photographer

What's In The Bag is a new series where we ask various photographers to share a look at their trusted gear with us. As camera technology has advanced leaps and bounds, the aim of this feature is to highlight what young and seasoned photographers can purchase today. The first per…

How to Make Lighting a Photograph Simple

For several years, I was taught to only photograph images using natural light. But then I took the time and investment into myself to learn how to use flash and strobe. It became even more awesome when I took it off the camera. Yet at the same time, I didn't always like making t…