All about that bokeh: Meet the Sony 24mm f/1.4 G Master with updated autofocus
With a unique lens design and updated autofocus system, the Sony 24mm f/1.4 G Master lens is the 30th native lens for Sony E-mount. The lens uses primary XD elements at the front and rear of the lens for better chromatic aberration suppression and smooth bokeh.
Not just for photographers anymore, Loupedeck+ now supports Adobe Premiere Pro
Video editors can now get physical with the Loupedeck+ control board. Originally for Lightroom, a software update allows the controls to adapt to video editing, including color grading, clip trimming, and navigating through the timeline. The company says Premiere Pro is just the start.
Instagram’s shopping stickers for businesses see wide rollout
As the Stories format continues to grow, Instagram is allowing users to shop the items inside a Stories photo or video. Instagram recently expanded stickers that let people shop inside a Story by tapping on the sticker. The update expands Instagram shopping from tags in the news feed to Stories.
Photo FOMO: Recharge and stash lenses with this smartphone photo bag
Between lenses and extra batteries, smartphone photographers have lots of accessories too -- and could soon have a bag designed specifically for them. The bag isn't the only new accessory announced this week with wireless charging with Moment's latest phone cases. The latest photography news and more in Photo FOMO.
Facebook expands fact-checking net to try to catch doctored photos and videos
Facebook is now fact-checking images and video along with articles, using third-party organizations. New A.I. helps flag potential fakes for human review, but user flags and comments still help recognize what content might not be accurate.
Aurora HDR 2019 applies A.I. to achieve more natural high dynamic range images
HDR is easy to overdo and difficult to get just right -- but Skylum says the new artificial intelligence inside Aurora HDR 2019 helps create more natural HDR images. The update also brings the LUT mapping popular in video editing to HDR images, along with new HDR looks.
Sick of black? Ethnotek’s Raja camera bag lets you customize designs on a whim
Like to change your bag as often as you change your socks? The Ethnotek Raja is a camera backpack that has interchangeable "Threads," or front panels to change up the look while still stashing two DSLR bodies and multiple lenses. The company is also launching a smaller sling bag and a camera strap.
Adobe Premiere Pro uses A.I. to streamline audio cleanup and other tedious tasks
Adobe Premiere Pro will soon be able to remove background noise and reverb in a few clicks. It was announced along with a slew of new features for Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and Character Animator. The updates also include new color correction tools and Motion Graphic Template options.
As Twitter and Facebook growth slows, Pinterest hits 250 million users
Pinterest is now home to 250 million active users, despite a pattern of slowed growth and even reduced numbers among the latest reports from other networks. Pinterest also now boasts more than 175 billion pins and growth in several different categories.
Drooling over the newest full-frame cameras? You might not need one after all
Now even Nikon and Canon have full frame mirrorless cameras alongside Sony's options -- but what is a full frame camera anyways and do you really need one? We break down the pros and cons of the larger sensor format and dig into who the format is best for.
Photoshop makes objects disappear with revamped Content-Aware Fill
Photoshop's Content-Aware Fill tool fills in the gaps when removing objects -- but not perfectly. An overhaul of the tool will give photo editors more control if Photoshop doesn't get it right the first time, including choosing what part of the photo to duplicate and mirroring objects.
Photo FOMO: A tripod with literal strings attached, Flickr’s new look for albums
In this week's photo industry news, learn why wannabe wildlife photographers are being blamed for the death of a moose and how Flickr is revamping albums. Meet the strange tensioning system tripod launching on Kickstarter next week and a new waterproof backpack that's already available.
New sensor, 4K at 60 fps make Fujifilm’s X-T3 a drool-worthy camera
The new Fujifilm X-T3 overhauls the already excellent X-T2 with an enhanced sensor, faster autofocus, 60 fps 4K, a no blackout viewfinder, and more. The Fujifilm X-T3 is slated for a Sept. 20 release.
Vimeo thinks regular stock video stinks, launches alternative for creatives
When creators told Vimeo existing stock video options weren't enough, the video platform decided to launch its own. Vimeo Stock includes exclusive content from filmmakers and animators, while creators are being promised a higher-than-average cut of the revenue.
Nikon says Z7, Z6 mirrorless cameras will ship on time in the U.S.
Don't panic: Nikon says the Z6 and Z7 will ship on time in the U.S. A statement released by the company's headquarters in Japan doesn't apply to the U.S. market, which currently isn't expecting any delays for the cameras slated for a Sept. 27 arrival for the long-awaited full frame mirrorless.
Photo FOMO: Apple teaches photo editing, Sony’s submersible and bendable SD
Can you learn photo editing through a phone call? Apple's support team thinks so with free 30-minute one-on-one lessons. Sony also thinks your SD card should be able to handle more -- including drops, bends, and water -- with a new high-speed Tough SD.
Sony fits a 720mm lens inside tiny 4K-enabled Cyber-Shot HX99 and HX95
Got zoom? Sony's newest HX series cameras fit a 28x zoom in what Sony says is the smallest body compact with a zoom that stretches beyond 700mm. The new compacts are also the first in the HX series with 4K video. The cameras launched during IFA in Berlin.
A.I. can now edit 200 photos at once, retouch skin with Photolemur update
The drag-and-drop photo editor powered by A.I. can now work with multiple images at once. Announced on August 29, Photolemur 3 can now edit skin, teeth, and eyes alongside a new batch of editing tools. The program designed to simplify and shorten photo editing is available for discounted pre-orders.
With an updated clip design, Olloclip X lenses will work on (almost) any phone
Olloclip's lenses will soon adapt to multiple devices without buying an extra accessory. The new Olloclip Multi-Device Clip expands to work with a number of different devices, opening up the possibility of compatibility even after upgrading your smartphone, though the clip is compatible with most, not all devices.
Nikon’s gateway drug to a DSLR addiction just got better with the new D3500
Nikon's affordable D3000 series is back with a (slightly) updated sensor and processor alongside a redesigned body and improved battery life. The Nikon D3500 keeps the megapixel count the same, but slims down, simplifies controls, expands the battery life, and enhances the grip.
It flies and floats! The Spry drone wants to master both the sky and sea
Can't decide between an aerial drone and an underwater drone? The Spry does a little bit of both, navigating like a helicopter, boat or even short stints like a submarine under the water. The floating quadcopter uses a 4K camera and in manual mode, can hit speeds up to 43 mph.
How to make money on Instagram (even if you don’t have a bajillion followers)
You see the posts all over you're feed: #sponsored. But how do they actually make money, and do you have to have thousands of followers before you get started? Learn the different options for cashing in and how to create a strong profile with our guide on how to make money on Instagram.
Phase One’s upgradeable Infinity IQ4 medium format camera platform boasts 150MP
Can a camera last forever? Phase One's new Infinity Platform is designed for upgrading over time, yet starts already ahead with two models that are the first available medium format cameras with 150 megapixels. The new platform also puts Capture One inside the camera for faster RAW processing.
Facebook responds to Myanmar genocide report, bans accounts that reached millions
The UN has released a report accusing the military in Myanmar of crimes against humanity -- and Facebook banned 20 people and organizations shortly after. The social network is widely used in the country and was criticized for a slow response after false news on the network sparked a riot.
Photo FOMO: What’s stranger, a selfie by a DSLR or a Taylor Swift Fuji?
In this week's Photo FOMO, see why Jauwei is coming under fire for smartphone camera ads (again) and what, exactly, a Taylor Swift camera looks like. There's also info about Yoguno's new lens and an increasing number of XQD card options in this week's photo industry news.
Biometrics scanner catches impostor at U.S. airport on just third day of use
Well, that didn't take long. The US Customs and Border Patrol says that a new biometrics system flagged a man using a fake passport on the third day that a biometrics was in use. The program flagged the man when his biometrics didn't match the ID he presented -- his real ID was found in his shoe.
Lensless cameras could turn windows into sensors, even pointed the ‘wrong’ way
A research group at the University of Utah is rethinking cameras for machines and not humans. The result? A lensless camera pointed at the edge of a piece of glass, instead of looking through the glass. While there are limitations, the team suggests future use in self-driving cars, security systems, and VR goggles.
MIT, Adobe’s new A.I. could bring one-click background removal, social filters
Separating objects from the background is a time-intense process used in a number of different photo edits. But MIT, Adobe, and Microsoft recently published research that could eventually turn the process into a one-click, easy edit. Here's how the A.I. works.
Spurred by a federal discrimination lawsuit, Facebook is cleaning up ads
HUD has filed an official complaint claiming Facebook's ad targeting options violate discrimination laws, saying Facebook hasn't done enough to stop discriminatory housing ads on the network. Facebook has responded, saying it would be removing 5,000 ad-targeting options.
Facebook has suspended hundreds of Cambridge Analytica-like apps
Experts predicted that the app behind the Cambridge Analytica scandal, thisisyourdigitallife, wasn't the only one using third-party app permissions to underhandedly track user data. Now, the social network has suspended 400 apps pending further investigation into their data use.
Because lasers are cool, Nikon has new dot-sight accessory for Coolpix cameras
The new Nikon full frame mirrorless isn't the only thing for photographers to get excited about -- the company also launches a new dot sight accessory and a lighter 500mm lens. The lens uses a Phase Fresnel design and lighter, faster autofocus for a telephoto that's even light enough for handheld use.
Facebook, Twitter boot accounts tied to Iran, Russia for coordinated deception
Around a million users followed Facebook and Instagram accounts linked to coordinated groups that misrepresented themselves and had ties to Iran and Russia. The social networks said that the groups were removed for coordinated deception. Many of the accounts were based in Iran.