NASA has released "Hello, World," the first photo of Earth taken by a human crew since "Blue Marble" in 1972. On social media, users are saying the planet looks duller. Lighting, Ektachrome film vs. digital sensor, EXIF data: a comprehensive photographic analysis of this viral comparison.
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By participating in the Mothra and Vast projects, Canon and Nikon are turning their attention to space exploration.
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Venus Optics launches the Laowa 17 mm f/4 Zero-D Shift and Tilt-Shift for full frame and medium format mirrorless cameras, with the promise of fully controlled distortion.
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At CP+ 2026, Nikon unveiled a feature for nostalgic users on its Zƒ: timestamping, reminiscent of the retro charm of compact digital cameras.
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At CP+ 2026, Sony exhibited a cross-section of the RX1R III. This provided an opportunity to discover how engineers in Tokyo managed to fit so many components into such a small space.
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At CP+ 2026, Samyang presented several 3D-printed prototypes of potential future lenses that are both highly ambitious and very mysterious.
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Samyang took advantage of the excitement surrounding CP+ 2026 to unveil—very discreetly—its future Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 P FE lens.
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Canon is making waves in Yokohama with its Analog Concept Camera, a prototype whose design is reminiscent of medium-format film cameras.
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Sigma announces the development of an 85mm f/1.2 DG Art fixed focal length lens, which will complete its range of ultra-bright lenses. It will be available from September 2026.
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One year after its spin-off from Western Digital, SanDisk launches the third generation of its portable SSD lineup, available in three models: Portable SSD, Extreme and Extreme Pro V3.
From February 26 to March 1, 2026, Yokohama will be at the heart of the global photography industry with the Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2026 (CP+ 2026 for regulars). Phototrend is on location.
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At CP+ 2026, Sigma launches the 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art. The successor to an iconic model in the Art series, it is now more compact and powerful.
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Sigma 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary: a bright, lightweight wide-angle lens for APS-C mirrorless cameras
On the sidelines of CP+ 2026, Sigma is launching the 15mm f/1.4 DC Contemporary, a bright fixed focal length lens for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Canon RF-S APS-C mirrorless cameras.
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Sigma announces the creation of Sigma Aizu Farm, a subsidiary dedicated to rice cultivation in the region where its only factory in the world is located. This initiative extends the lens manufacturer's longstanding commitment to Aizu.















