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credits: Hasselblad Hasselblad has rolled out version 4.0.0 of its Phocus Mobile 2 editing app, and it is a pretty nice update if you edit on an iPhone or iPad. The headline addition is a new Mask feature, which finally brings localised adjustments. Until now, Phocus Mobile 2 was mostly about quick, global adjustments so this update definitely pushes the app closer to being a more serious mobile editing tool, especially for photographers working with large medium-format files

credits: Light Lens Lab Light Lens Lab says its upcoming 75mm f/2 SP-II for Leica M-mount has now reached the final prototype stage, and production is just around the corner. The company plans to start building the lens once it finishes shipping its current backlog of the 35mm f/1.4 Aspherical “11873,” which should be wrapped up in March. Preorders for the new 75mm are scheduled to open on March 1. This lens has been a long time coming. Light Lens Lab first teased the 75mm f/

Photo by: @giovannaphotography Let’s Analyse this Photo Composition & Framing What works well: Right from the start we can see, we have a few layers → first, the fisherman in the left foreground, then comes the water behind him, after that, the two men with their boats on the right → behind them the grass/landscape/rest of the water/river→ it all creates a nice sense of depth and leads the eye naturally. The water/river itself kind of guides your eye too, (along with the ligh

Double Exposures (And How to Make Them Work) This week, let us take a look at double exposures (yes, it is indeed inspired by my interview with Peter, he uses them quite a bit, so I though, let’s talk about them). Double exposure is one of those techniques that can feel either very powerful or super gimmicky if you do it wrong, so read carefully ;) What a Double Exposure Actually Is At its core, a double exposure is exactly what it sounds like, two images blended into one fra

credits: Sony New Sony a7R VI camera rumours and leaked specs are making the rounds, and if they hold up, this could be one of Sony’s more interesting high-resolution cameras in a while. The a7R VI is rumoured to arrive before November 2026, landing ahead of the next Alpha 7S model. It is also said to already be in limited testing, which usually means Sony has moved beyond early concepts and is now fine-tuning how the camera behaves in the real world. Inside, the a7R VI is ex

credits: Canon Canon has added two new ultra-wide lenses to its RF lineup. Alongside the RF 7–14mm f/2.8–3.5L Fisheye STM (which we will take a closer look at in this week’s Sunday magazine issue), Canon has officially unveiled the RF 14mm f/1.4L VCM, making it the sixth lens in its hybrid-focused f/1.4L VCM prime series. This line started in mid-2024 with the RF 35mm f/1.4L VCM and has since expanded quickly, covering focal lengths from 20mm all the way to 85mm. From a desig

credits: Leica Leica seems to be working on another camera, and early signs point to something a bit more approachable in the SL lineup. A model with the internal designation 3403 has shown up in an Indonesian certification database. The filing confirms it is a digital camera made in Germany, but beyond that, Leica is not giving anything away yet. What makes it particularly interesting is how different that number is from Leica’s recent releases. Cameras like the M EV1 and Q3

credits: 7Artisans New details about the upcoming 7Artisans AF 40mm f/2.5 full-frame lens are here, with the company sharing additional technical information ahead of its official announcement (promised very soon). The lens is positioned as a compact and lightweight standard prime for full-frame mirrorless cameras, sitting between traditional 35mm and 50mm options. On the inside, the lens features an 11-element, 14-group optical construction and an 11-blade aperture diaphragm

credits: Godox Godox has introduced the V1mid, a new round-head on-camera flash that sits between its basic speedlights and the higher-end V1 models. The idea here is to keep the round-head design and wireless system people like, but shrink the body and simplify things a bit for photographers who want portability. Technically, the V1mid sticks closely to the rest of the V-series. The round flash head is designed to give more even light spread than a traditional rectangular sp

credits: Canon A new rumour suggests Canon may be preparing a notable update to its L-series zoom lineup, specifically around autofocus technology. According to multiple sources, the company is working on a high-end L-series zoom lens that would use Voice Coil Motor (VCM) autofocus. If this turns out to be true, it would be a first for Canon, since VCM has so far only appeared in a handful of recent RF prime lenses, not in zooms. VCM autofocus is designed for speed and smooth

credits: Nikon It was recently reported that Nikon is suing lens maker Viltrox in China over patents related to the Z mount, and now Viltrox has finally responded publicly. The situation first surfaced a few weeks ago via Chinese sources and quickly spread across the industry, raising questions about what the lawsuit actually covers and what it could mean for Nikon Z users who rely on third-party lenses. Until now, Viltrox had largely stayed quiet, confirming only that a laws

credits: Blazar Blazar has officially announced the Talon 1.5X AF anamorphic lens series, the company’s first autofocus anamorphic system with a 1.5× squeeze. Autofocus anamorphic lenses are not new anymore, 1.33× options have been around for a while, but pushing that squeeze higher while keeping and optimising AF for mirrorless cameras is where Blazar is trying something different. The idea seems to be offering more pronounced anamorphic character without jumping all the way

What Is Shutter Drag Photography? Shutter drag photography is a technique that combines a slow shutter speed with a flash to capture both motion and sharpness in a single shot. The ambient light records movement and blur, while the flash freezes the subject at one specific moment. The result you get is an image that feels dynamic and alive (lights streaks, motion trails, energy in the background) but with a sharp subject/subjects inside all of it. You will see/can use such sh

Alternative Compositional Techniques Most of us grow up/start our photography journey with the rule of thirds drilled into our heads. And yes, it works. But after a while, everything starts to look the same. Same subject in the same spot, same visual rhythm, same predictable balance etc. There are a few alternative composition systems (shown below) which offer ways to break out of that and start shaping your photos with a bit more intention, flow and ‘professionalism’. Golden

How to Get Crystal Clear Reflections Clean reflections are great to have because when they work, they add symmetry, depth, and sometimes this ‘‘parallel universe’’ look. When they don’t, they just feel messy and distracting. Let us now take a look at how you can shoot reflections effectively: Calm Surfaces Are Key This sounds obvious (and it is), but it is the most important part → reflections only look clean when the surface is calm. Any movement breaks them apart. Wind, rip

Photo by: Alina Behfar ( @alina.beez ) The Guide to Abstract Street Photography: Finding Art in the Urban Chaos Abstract street photography takes the everyday chaos of city life and turns it into something else entirely. Instead of capturing clear faces, recognizable scenes, or obvious stories, it focuses on shapes, colors, lines, shadows, reflections, blur, and fragments of the urban environment. The goal isn't to document reality—it's to evoke a feeling, create mystery, or

Using Negative Space in Winter Photography Winter offers a rare visual advantage I call → natural simplicity. Snow, fog, overcast skies, muted landscapes strip scenes down to their essential elements. When you use that intentionally, this reduction becomes a powerful compositional tool. Let us take a look at how you can take advantage of that ‘natural winter negative space’ this February. Why Winter Naturally Supports Negative Space Few seasons simplify the environment as eff

credits: SmallRig SmallRig has announced a new NP-F970-style battery designed specifically for extreme cold environments, meant for photographers who need reliable power in very low temperatures. It is a niche problem yes, but a very real one for anyone working outdoors in winter conditions or at high altitudes. Lithium-ion batteries generally perform well, but cold weather has always been a weak point. As temperatures drop, capacity falls off quickly, and in severe cold, bat

credits: Viltrox Since Viltrox joined the L-Mount Alliance back in September 2025, L-mount users have been left waiting. The company became an official member, but months passed without a single native lens to show for it. That finally looks like it is about to change. A new teaser image has surfaced online pointing to a February 5, 2026 announcement, with the phrase “Wide Beyond Side” front and centre. It is a pretty strong hint that a wide-angle lens is coming, and it lines

credits: Lomography Lomography has launched two new Petzval lenses to complete a five-lens series. These are the Joseph Petzval Focus-Coupled Bokeh Control 27mm f/1.7 and 135mm f/2.5 Art. Petzval designs date back to the 1840s and are known less for optical perfection and more for their distinct character, most notably swirling bokeh, heavy fall-off toward the edges, and visible vignetting. Technically, both lenses are manual-focus primes available for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Ca

credits: Nikon Rumours suggest Nikon is lining up a fairly busy year for Z-mount lenses in 2026. The most talked-about release is a Nikkor Z 120–300mm f/2.8 TC, which Nikonrumors now expects to arrive toward the end of 2026. This lens has been floating around in rumours for a while, including some uncertainty over whether it would be a 100–300mm or 120–300mm design. The latest info points to a 120–300mm, with a built-in teleconverter. That pretty much confirms it is probably