The Daily PetaPixel for 07/17/2024

The top news from the world of photography. [View this email in your browser]( [PetaPixel Homepage]( Presented by Wondershare [Wondershare Filmora Gets Powerful AI Upgrades]( The new Filmora uses AI technology to make video editing easier and more efficient by simplifying voiceovers, automating tedious tasks, and enhancing creative control. [Try for Free]( [How the Canon EOS R5 II Compares to Its Peers Spec for Spec]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 17, 2024 06:22 am [A Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera is prominently displayed in the foreground, flanked by a Nikon camera on the left and a Sony camera on the right. The background features a gradient of blue and pink colors.]( The Canon EOS R5 Mark II is coming soon, and PetaPixel has tried it. It represents a significant upgrade over its predecessor, 2020's R5. However, a lot has changed in the industry since then, and the competition is stiff. So, how does the new R5 II compare to its peers? [[Read More]( [How the Canon EOS R1 Compares to Its Peers Spec for Spec]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 17, 2024 06:21 am [Three cameras are displayed against a gradient background. The Canon EOS R1, positioned prominently in the front, is flanked by the Sony Alpha camera on the left and the Nikon camera on the right. The camera lenses have been removed, revealing their image sensors.]( The Canon EOS R1 has finally arrived. After much anticipation and years of waiting, the Canon EOS R System finally has its true flagship EOS 1-series camera. Does Canon's new mirrorless camera take a spot on the podium, or does it come up short? [[Read More]( [Canon EOS R1 First Impressions: More an R3 Mark II Than a New Flagship]( By Chris Niccolls on Jul 17, 2024 06:01 am [A person holds a Canon EOS R1 camera close to the camera while smiling. The image has the PetaPixel logo and the text "Hands-On" in the bottom right corner.]( It has been a long time coming, but the EOS R1 is finally here. For years, the Canon R1 has been teased and hinted at before getting an official announcement two months ago. Now, finally, we at PetaPixel got our hands on an early test with the R1 body. That said, I cannot stress enough that it was a very early look. [[Read More]( [The Canon EOS R5 Mark II First Impressions: The Real Star of This Show]( By Chris Niccolls on Jul 17, 2024 06:01 am [A person with gray hair and a beard smiles and points to a Canon EOS R5 camera with the lens removed, showcasing the camera sensor. The image has a "PetaPixel Hands-On" logo in the bottom left corner.]( The Canon EOS R1 has been hogging all the attention with announcement dates, sneak peeks, and speculation. It had been a long time since we saw a new flagship camera from Canon and now we had one in our hands. But with all the fanfare going on about a new "1" series camera, another Canon release quietly slipped under the radar -- until now. [[Read More]( [The New Canon EOS R5 Mark II Aims to be Canon’s Best Hybrid Camera]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 17, 2024 05:59 am [Image of a Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera body. The camera is black with the Canon logo at the top and the EOS R5 Mark II model name to the right. The lens mount is visible in the center. The camera has various buttons and dials for settings and controls. The background is white.]( Although Canon fans knew that the EOS R1 flagship camera was coming, the company also dropped a pleasant surprise by revealing the EOS R5 II, the long-awaited successor to Canon's popular high-res R5 mirrorless camera. [[Read More]( [Canon Unveils the EOS R1, a 24MP Flagship Camera Built for Pros]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 17, 2024 05:59 am [A black Canon EOS R1 digital camera body against a plain white background. The camera has a textured grip, a large lens mount at the center, multiple buttons and dials, and an LCD screen on the back.]( After a long wait, a development announcement, and an extensive teaser campaign, Canon has fully unveiled its new flagship EOS R System mirrorless camera, the Canon EOS R1. [[Read More]( [Photos of the Attempted Assassination of Trump Show Photography Isn’t Going Anywhere]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 16, 2024 05:51 pm [A man in a suit raises his fist in the air while surrounded by security personnel. An American flag is prominently displayed in the background against a clear blue sky. The scene appears animated and energetic, likely capturing a moment of celebration or emphasis.]( Regardless of the complex cultural, social, and political impacts of the attempt on former president and 2024 election front-runner Donald Trump's life, the event has left an indelible mark on the photography world and offers a chance to consider how society consumes, shares, and thinks about images. [[Read More]( [The Best Prime Day Photography Deals in 2024]( By PetaPixel Staff on Jul 16, 2024 02:08 pm [A digital camera hovers above an Amazon package against a blue background. The text reads "Amazon Prime Day" and "The Best Photography Deals.]( The latest Amazon Prime Day is upon us, and found within the endless sea of discounts are sweet deals that you may be very interested in if you're into photography and cameras. [[Read More]( [Tech Firms Including Apple Caught Using YouTube Data to Train AI Models]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 16, 2024 01:37 pm [YouTube Feature]( Apple, Nvidia, Anthropic, and Salesforce have all been caught using YouTube data to build their AI models with. [[Read More]( [These Photos May Show the World’s Rarest Whale]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 16, 2024 12:42 pm [Two people walk alongside a large dolphin being lifted by a yellow construction vehicle with straps on a sandy beach. The ocean and a small island are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.]( There is remarkably little known about spade-toothed whales. No one has ever seen one alive and it is listed as "Data Deficient" by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. [[Read More]( [Using K&F CONCEPT Accessories To Elevate Your Photography Game]( By David Crewe on Jul 16, 2024 12:26 pm [An assortment of outdoor gear is displayed on the road, including two black and orange backpacks, a black cylindrical bag, and three orange and black boxes with a logo and text. Background shows trees and houses, with a person walking in the distance.]( In the photography world, we're always looking for something that will help us get our work done just a little bit faster, a little bit easier, and a little bit better. It might be a lighter but sturdier tripod, a bigger and more useful backpack, or even filters to help get that tricky shot without having to spend hours in Photoshop after the fact. There's really no shortage of increasing quality and innovation in the products available for a photographer's kit, which is why K&F CONCEPT gear is so interesting. [[Read More]( [OM System is Selling Branded, Heat-And-Serve Japanese Curry Packets]( By Jaron Schneider on Jul 16, 2024 11:10 am [A plate of dark brown curry with beef chunks and chicken is served with white rice and colorful bell pepper slices. The text states "OM SYSTEM CURRY" with package information "200g x 2". The OM SYSTEM logo is in the top left corner, with text in Japanese.]( OM System, the camera company previously known as Olympus, is now selling packs of branded, ready-made, Japanese curry through its online Rakuten store in Japan. [[Read More]( [Fashion Brand Mango Launches Photorealistic AI-Generated Campaign]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 16, 2024 09:01 am [Young woman standing outdoors in front of desert buildings. She has long dark hair and is wearing a summer outfit consisting of a colorful, patterned crop top and matching skirt. The background shows adobe-style buildings and a clear, blue sky.]( European fashion brand Mango has unveiled an AI-generated picture campaign for its limited edition Sunset Dream collection of its youth line. [[Read More]( [Watch the Full Trailer for Photographer Biopic About Lee Miller]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 16, 2024 08:12 am [A person in worn clothing holds a vintage twin-lens reflex camera with care. The scene is dimly lit, evoking a feeling of nostalgia. The person's hands are prominently featured, revealing intricate details of the camera.]( The full trailer for Lee -- a biopic of photojournalist Lee Miller starring Kate Winslet -- has been released giving fans a proper look at the movie for the first time. 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