The Daily PetaPixel for 07/19/2024

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]( [These Breathtaking Drone Images of Volcanoes are Taken to Keep People Safe]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 19, 2024 07:02 am [Aerial view of an active volcanic fissure emitting large plumes of white and gray smoke, with a bright red flow of lava extending through a rugged, rocky landscape. The sky is overcast, casting a muted light over the scene.]( A fascinating video has revealed how Icelandic police employ drones to monitor volcanic activity while serendipitously capturing stunning images. [[Read More]( [Deepfakes Can Be Detected by Borrowing a Method From Astronomy]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 19, 2024 05:44 am [Close-up of a human eye with the iris replaced by a vibrant cosmic scene. The iris appears to be filled with galaxies, stars, and nebulae, creating a stunning and surreal visual effect. The detailed eyelashes and skin texture are also visible.]( AI images and deepfakes can be detected by borrowing a technique from astronomy. [[Read More]( [Don’t Let the Canon R1 Situation Distract You: The R5 II is Pretty Great]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 18, 2024 03:00 pm [A Canon EOS R5 camera with an RF 24-105mm lens is shown against a vibrant, colorful background of blue and pink hues. The camera's LCD screen is extended and facing forward.]( It's easy to think that the Canon EOS R1 is the main attraction of Canon's announcements this week. The company made a development announcement for it and it's been heavily teased. However, while relegated a bit to the shadows, the Canon EOS R5 Mark II is the more interesting and exciting of the two new Canon cameras. [[Read More]( [Awesome 3D-Printed Accessories for Upgrading Your GoPro Camera]( By John Bilbao on Jul 18, 2024 01:10 pm [An image displaying two orange plastic 3D-printed GoPro camera mounts. The left mount has a rectangular frame with a circular holder and slots for the lens and buttons, while the right mount has a blocky design with slots and screw holes for mounting.]( 3D printers open up entire new vistas of creativity for photographers. Whether you’re into cosplay and creating costumes and props for your portraits or looking to achieve original shots using intricate rigging and mounting setups that are entirely bespoke to your use case, the ability to take a spool of plastic fiber and turn it into a complex and durable part using an appliance that can fit on a benchtop is, in my opinion, one of the most exciting advancements in the at-home maker movement in years. [[Read More]( [This $479 Smart Telescope Lets Anyone Shoot Beautiful Astro Photos]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 18, 2024 01:00 pm [Two people are sitting on a grassy cliff at night, lit by the glow of a flashlight or a small lantern. They are looking at a device on the ground and smiling, with a calm ocean and starry sky in the background. They are both dressed warmly, suggesting a cool evening.]( "Smart telescopes" are all the rage, thanks to the ease with which novice stargazers can use them to capture beautiful photos of the cosmos. However, they're often expensive. That's where Dwarflab's Dwarf 3 Smart Telescope comes in, priced at under $500. [[Read More]( [Photographer Has $22,000 Worth of Equipment Stolen at Copa America]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 18, 2024 12:14 pm [A soccer player wearing a white and blue striped jersey with the number 10 dribbles the ball on a green field. A player in a maroon uniform is visible in the background. The scene is set in a stadium filled with spectators, with the stands and advertisements blurred.]( A sports photographer had $22,000 worth of camera equipment stolen from him while covering the Copa America soccer tournament this month. [[Read More]( [The Canon R1 Feels Rushed Even With Three Additional Development Years]( By Jaron Schneider on Jul 18, 2024 12:01 pm [A person with blurred facial features sits in the background, while two Canon EOS cameras, one smaller model (EOS R5) and one larger model (EOS-1D), are prominently displayed in the foreground on a wooden surface.]( In some of PetaPixel's images of the Canon EOS R1, you may have noticed that the logo wasn't visible. In some cases, that was due to electrical tape blocking it, which is common practice for pre-release hardware that may be seen in public. In other cases, it's because the "R1" logo actually fell off. [[Read More]( [How to Get Started in Wedding Photography: A Checklist]( By Brenda Bergreen on Jul 18, 2024 11:39 am [A bride and groom stand facing each other in a picturesque meadow filled with wildflowers, with a backdrop of mountains and a partly cloudy blue sky. The bride holds a bouquet and wears a long veil, while the groom is dressed in a suit.]( When thinking about how to get started with wedding photography, you’ll want to make a checklist of things you need to do, have, or create. Today I’ll give you a starting point as well as prompts to help you customize your list. The first thing you might notice is that it’s not all about photography. [[Read More]( [Photojournalists Are Heroes – So Why Are They Paid So Little?]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 18, 2024 11:04 am [A woman holding a camera with a large lens stands at the forefront, with four people lined up behind her. The group appears focused and intent, possibly observing or waiting for something. The background is outdoors with blurred greenery and sunlight.]( I was a minor photojournalist once. I wasn't taking iconic photos and nobody cares about my body of work. But I will tell you two things: I loved it and I didn't get paid very much. [[Read More]( [The Canon R5 II is Shaping Up to be a Heck of a Wildlife Camera]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 18, 2024 10:30 am [A split image: on the left, a bird with grey and white feathers in mid-flight against a blurred brown background; on the right, a close-up view of the upper part of a Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera, showing the brand and model name.]( What makes a great wildlife camera? Excellent image quality, lots of megapixels, strong autofocus performance, fast shooting speeds, robust build quality, and access to great telephoto lenses. The new Canon EOS R5 Mark II checks all these boxes, and then some. [[Read More]( [Drone Captures 29,000 Foot Climbing Route to Summit of Mount Everest]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 18, 2024 09:24 am [A snow-covered mountain peak rises sharply against a blue sky filled with scattered clouds. The caption reads, "Arriving at The Hillary Step - Elevation: 8700 Meters." The mountain is part of a rugged, vast landscape with distant mountain ranges visible beyond.]( A drone operator has captured incredible footage of the full Mount Everest climbing route that ascends 29,000 feet. [[Read More]( [How Fine Art Photographer George Byrne Creates Surreal Dreamscapes]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 18, 2024 09:00 am [A surreal image split in two. Left: Abstract, pastel-colored buildings against a cloudy sky with a crescent moon. Right: Minimalist cityscape with a yellow-and-white building, two trees, yellow sidewalk, streetlamp, and road with white arrows.]( Australian-born, Los Angeles-based photographer George Byrne creates large-scale architectural and landscape photographs that are spiritually grounded in modernist painting, exceptional technical achievements, and, most importantly, successful art. [[Read More]( [Trump Selling Sneakers With Assassination Attempt Photo for $299]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 18, 2024 08:11 am [A white high-top sneaker featuring an image of a man in a suit raising his fist. The top section of the shoe shows a stylized American flag with stars. The words "FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT" are printed near the sole. The background is plain gray.]( A company owned by Donald Trump is selling $299 sneakers with the iconic photo of the former president with his fist raised moments after he had been shot. [[Read More]( [‘RattleCam’ Live Stream Excites Rattlesnake Enthusiasts Worldwide]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 17, 2024 01:00 pm [Close-up of a rattlesnake's head with its forked tongue extended. The snake has a textured, scale-covered body with brown and tan coloration that blends into its coiled body in the background. The snake's eyes are visible, giving an intense look.]( Remote camera technology helps scientists safely monitor and study wildlife. In the case of the RattleCam live stream, remote cameras also help regular people enjoy nature from afar -- unless they have ophidiophobia. [[Read More]( [A Two-Week Bike Expedition in Kyrgyzstan with the Canon R5 Mark II]( By Martin Bissig on Jul 17, 2024 12:35 pm [A man riding a bike in the air.]( My history with the Canon mirrorless series started in late 2018 with the launch of the EOS R. Since then, I have switched from the EF to the RF mount, and for the past four years, I have worked intensively with two EOS R5 cameras. They have been loyal companions during my projects, and I have completed hundreds of photo and video shoots with them. When I became aware that Canon was launching a successor, I couldn't wait to get my hands on a sample. [[Read More]( [Everything You Need to Know About the Canon R1 and R5 Mark II | The PetaPixel Podcast]( By Jaron Schneider on Jul 17, 2024 11:01 am [A man with a gray shirt and gray hair and beard curiously looks at two Canon cameras on a table. The left camera is significantly larger than the one on the right. The background is indoors with blurred details and warm lighting.]( Today, Canon announced the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II -- two highly anticipated cameras that say a lot about where the company stands on technology and, more importantly, how what it can provide photographers compares to its peers. [[Read More]( [Tinder Adds AI to Help You Pick Your Best Photos and Get More Matches]( By Jeremy Gray on Jul 17, 2024 10:30 am [A joyful couple holding hands while laughing and leaping against a clear blue sky. The woman wears a red sleeveless top and white pants, and the man wears a light, short-sleeved shirt and red trousers. They are mid-jump, capturing a moment of carefree happiness.]( Popular dating app Tinder has introduced a new AI-powered feature designed to help users select their best profile pictures and get more matches. [[Read More]( [Privacy-Conscious Surveillance Camera Turns You Into a Stick Figure]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 17, 2024 09:11 am [A skeletal representation of a humanoid figure is shown superimposed on a blurred background of an office or lab environment. The background includes office chairs, desks, and computer screens. The skeletal figure is made up of white lines depicting basic body structure.]( A strange new surveillance camera aims to stop companies from collecting identifiable photos and videos of people by turning them into stick figures. [[Read More]( [Photos of Uncontacted Tribe Raises Concern Over Logging Practices]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 17, 2024 09:08 am [A group of people, likely indigenous, are gathered along a sandy riverbank and wading in shallow water. The background is lush with dense green foliage. Some individuals are in the water, while others are scattered along the shore.]( A human rights group has captured astonishing photos of a remote, uncontacted tribe in the Peruvian Amazon who are being threatened by loggers. [[Read More]( [Hacktivist Group Leaks Disney’s Slack Channels Over its Stance on AI Images]( By Matt Growcoot on Jul 17, 2024 08:07 am [A vibrant scene featuring Cinderella Castle at the center of Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. The castle towers over a crowd of visitors. In the foreground, a statue of Walt Disney holding hands with Mickey Mouse stands prominently.]( A group of hacktivists has leaked over a terabyte of data from Disney's internal communications platform over the company's stance on AI imagery. [[Read More]( [The New 15.4-inch Ugee UE16 Display Tablet Costs Only $199]( Drawing monitors, sometimes known as display or pen tablets, are excellent tools for photographers, enabling convenient and precise photo editing. There's no shortage of good options, and Ugee's new 15.4-inch UE16 Drawing Monitor stands out thanks to its expansive color gamut, large display, lightweight design, and palatable $199 price. [[Read More]( Earlier Stories: [Website]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( Copyright © 2024 PetaPixel, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. PetaPixel · 2944 N 44th St Ste 100 · Phoenix, AZ 85018-7258 · USA You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.