The Daily PetaPixel for 05/16/2024

The top news from the world of photography. [View this email in your browser]( [PetaPixel Homepage]( Presented by MPB Don't sit on it. Sell it. Do you have unused camera gear? MPB is the largest global platform to buy, sell and trade used gear. [Get an Instant Quote Now]( [Hands-On With The Fujifilm X-T50: An X-T5 Lite, or Something More?]( By Chris Niccolls on May 16, 2024 02:01 am [A person wearing a blue shirt holds up a silver and black Fujifilm X-T50 camera with a large lens. In the foreground, the words "PetaPixel Hands-On" are displayed. The background is blurred, focusing attention on the camera.]( Fujifilm is consistently updating its line of mirrorless cameras to make use of the latest film simulation modes and sensor technology. It is no surprise, then, that it has released a 40-megapixel version of its insanely popular X-T double-digit line to bring high resolution to an affordable platform: the X-T50. [[Read More]( [Hands-On with the Fujifilm GFX 100S II: Medium Format for the Masses]( By Chris Niccolls on May 16, 2024 02:01 am [A close-up shot of a Fujifilm GFX100S camera with a large lens resting on a rock, with a blurred background of trees and water. The PetaPixel logo and the words "Hands-On" are displayed in the top left corner. A person with a beard is looking at the camera.]( The first Fujifilm GFX 100S had my favorite form factor of any GFX camera due to its take-anywhere size. I loved the smaller body design of the latest GFX 100 II, and of course all the improvements to autofocus and film simulation modes as well as an emphasis on faster shooting and video. But it was only a matter of time before the latest improvements transferred over to the GFX 100S line and the wait is now over. [[Read More]( [The New Fujifilm X-T50 is More Than a (Very) Pretty Face]( By Jeremy Gray on May 16, 2024 01:59 am [A black Fujifilm X-T50 mirrorless digital camera with a textured grip and no lens attached. The camera body features dials, buttons, and a viewfinder at the top. The Fujifilm logo and model name are prominently displayed on the front.]( The Fujifilm X-T50 combines the classic camera styling of the wildly popular X100VI with the flexibility of an interchangeable lens X Series camera. It is designed for burgeoning photographers who prioritize style over top-of-the-line performance. However, make no mistake: the X-T50 is much more than a baby X-T5. [[Read More]( [The XF 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR is Fujifilm’s New Kit Lens]( By Jaron Schneider on May 16, 2024 01:59 am [A black Fujifilm XF 16-50mm camera lens is shown against a white background. The lens features a zoom ring with focal length markings and a textured focus ring, designed for use with Fujifilm X-Mount mirrorless cameras.]( As hinted at earlier this year in Tokyo, Fujifilm is moving on from the 18-55mm f/2.8-4 lens -- which has achieved legendary status among kit lenses -- in favor of the new, sharper 16-50mm f/2.8-4.8 R LM WR. Fujifilm promises the new 16-50mm is better for its high-resolution cameras. [[Read More]( [Fujifilm GFX 100S II Is Its Lightest and Most Affordable 100MP Camera Ever]( By Jeremy Gray on May 16, 2024 01:59 am [Front view of a black Fujifilm professional digital camera placed on a light gray surface. The camera features a prominent lens and detailed buttons on the left side of its body. The brand name "Fujifilm" is clearly visible on the top of the camera.]( Since launching its medium-format GFX system in early 2017, Fujifilm has rapidly expanded the series regarding cameras and lenses. The new GFX 100S II is the seventh GFX camera and the fifth to sport a 102-megapixel CMOS image sensor. It will also launch as the most affordable of these five cameras. [[Read More]( [Super-Tele Fujifilm GF 500mm f/5.6 Lens Doubles the GFX System’s Reach]( By Jeremy Gray on May 16, 2024 01:59 am [A black DSLR camera with an attached long zoom lens is placed on a black surface, partially illuminated to highlight its details. The camera and lens have a sleek and professional design, creating a striking contrast against the dark background.]( After adding a 500mm telephoto lens to its GFX lens roadmap last September, Fujifilm has finally fully revealed the longest Fujinon GF lens ever: The Fujifilm GF 500mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR. [[Read More]( [Fujifilm to Bring C2PA Content Authenticity to X and GFX Cameras]( By Jaron Schneider on May 16, 2024 01:59 am [A logo featuring a simplified robot head with "C2PA" written next to it, followed by an "x" and then the "Fujifilm" logo, which has a red triangle symbol incorporated into the "F" letter. The background is white.]( Fujifilm is joining the Content Authenticity Initiative and following the path already walked by Canon, Nikon, Leica, and Sony. It will bring C2PA support in some capacity to both its X and GFX cameras. [[Read More]( [Canon R1 to Have 30MP Sensor, 120FPS Continuous Shooting, 1/1,250 Flash Sync, and ‘Enhanced Dynamic Range’]( By Jaron Schneider on May 15, 2024 07:30 pm [Image of a Canon EOS R1 camera body on a dark, smoky background. The text "EOS R1" is overlaid in large, transparent letters, revealing the camera through the letters. The design emphasizes the camera model while keeping the overall image dramatic and minimalist.]( Adorama seems to know more about the EOS R1 than Canon revealed last night as it has published more detailed specifications on the upcoming flagship including sensor resolution, continuous shooting capability, AI exposure enhancement, and more. [[Read More]( [Satellite Snaps Photo of the ISS as the Pair Hurtle Past Each Other in Space]( By Matt Growcoot on May 15, 2024 02:32 pm [A black and white image of the International Space Station (ISS) captured at an angle, revealing its various modules and solar panels. Text on the image includes "HEO," "Blue Band," and "Object Name: ISS (ZARYA) (25544)" along with a 10m scale.]( A satellite was able to capture a rare photo of the International Space Station as the two spacecraft hurtled past each other in space just 43 miles (69 kilometers) away. [[Read More]( [Google’s Brand-New Gemini AI Confidently Gives Wrong Camera Advice]( By Lisa Marie Segarra on May 15, 2024 01:32 pm [A young girl with long blonde hair in a plaid shirt sits at a table with her arms out in confusion, surrounded by disassembled camera parts. She looks wide-eyed and puzzled, as if unsure how to put the camera back together.]( Artificial intelligence continues to grow rapidly, but it's still not perfect. Look no further than Google's I/O keynote from this week where it showed off its AI model Gemini giving a terrible answer to a struggling photographer. [[Read More]( [How ‘Stars Wars’ Fans are Saving the Original Movies by Hunting Down Film Reels]( By Matt Growcoot on May 15, 2024 01:32 pm [Side-by-side comparison of a scene from Star Wars. Left image labeled "Blu-ray" shows Princess Leia in a white outfit with defined, slightly darker colors. Right image labeled "Restored From Original" depicts the same scene with softer, more natural tones. Stormtroopers are in the background.]( Fans of the original Star Wars movies are hunting down film reels that were never returned by theaters so they can restore the movies themselves without any of George Lucas' controversial alterations. [[Read More]( [Photo Mechanic Integrates Content Credentials to Fight Fake Imagery]( By Matt Growcoot on May 15, 2024 01:20 pm [A digital screen displays logos, including the Camera Bits logo with a stylized camera aperture icon, and the C2PA logo featuring a circular design with horizontal lines and a dot. The words "camera bits" and "C2PA" are written next to their respective logos.]( Camera Bits are introducing C2PA Content Credentials technology into Photo Mechanic to help in the fight against disinformation. [[Read More]( [The Canon EOS R1 and EOS R3 Have Subtle Design Differences]( By Jeremy Gray on May 15, 2024 12:04 pm [A Canon EOS R1 camera body is displayed against a white background. The camera features a textured grip on the left side and a clean, smooth surface on the right side. The lens mount and sensor are visible.]( After years of rumors, expectations, and predictions, Canon has finally announced that it is developing the Canon EOS R1. While details are scarce, Canon has shared a front-facing look at its upcoming flagship mirrorless camera, creating fertile ground for a quick-and-dirty EOS R1 versus EOS R3 comparison. [[Read More]( [Get Ready for Your Summer Photo Adventures with ProMaster Tripods]( By ProMaster on May 15, 2024 11:22 am [A person, wearing a yellow beanie and backpack, is standing on a rocky terrain, taking photos with a camera mounted on a tripod. The background features a vast, undulating landscape with shades of brown, red, and gray hills.]( It's that time of year again – where spring begins to give way to summer. Soon, the sun will be shining, the days will be getting longer, and it's time to start planning those summer photography trips and travels. As you prepare for your summer adventures, it's essential to have the right gear to make the most of your photography experiences. Tripods are a must have. [[Read More]( [The Sony Xperia 1 VI is Sony’s Best Smartphone But Isn’t Coming to the US]( By Jeremy Gray on May 15, 2024 11:20 am [A Sony smartphone is pictured with its camera lens in focus. Behind it is a collage of various photos, including a waterfall, people in different settings, close-ups of nature, a campsite at night, and outdoor landscapes.]( Sony announced the new Xperia 1 VI smartphone which is packed with a lot of exciting and novel features. However, unlike the Xperia 1 V and prior models, the new "One Six" isn't coming to the United States. [[Read More]( [Intel’s Thunderbolt Share Lets Two PCs Share Files, Screens, Storage, and More]( By Jaron Schneider on May 15, 2024 11:01 am [Illustration of a secure data transfer between a desktop computer and a laptop. The desktop monitor shows various software windows, while a padlock icon with digital connections symbolizes secure transfer to the laptop. Both devices display the same abstract image.]( Intel announced Thunderbolt Share, a new software feature that leverages the speed of a Thunderbolt connection to enable two PCs to share files, screen, storage, and inputs like mice and keyboards through a Thunderbolt 4 or 5 connection. [[Read More]( [Capture One Increased the Price of Multi-User Plans by 344%]( By Jaron Schneider on May 15, 2024 10:51 am [A photographer works in a studio, using a camera and digital screens to capture images of a model posing in stylish outfits. The text "CAPTURE ONE STUDIO FOR TEAMS" overlays the image. The scene is well-lit and features professional photography equipment.]( Capture One's move away from perpetual software licenses marches on and it has replaced its Multi User license system with what it calls Capture One Studio for Teams. It has some improved features to be sure, but it also costs upwards of 344% more per year. [[Read More]( [Yellowstone Park Guide Films Photographer Who ‘Refused’ to Leave Grizzly Bears]( By Pesala Bandara on May 15, 2024 09:33 am [A group of people, some with cameras, stand at a distance on the side of a road while two bears cross it. One bear is in the middle of the road, and the other is near the edge. Vehicles are parked on the roadside, and a person with a tripod is in the foreground.]( A Yellowstone National Park guide filmed a photographer who refused to move away as a grizzly bear and her cubs crossed a highway. [[Read More]( Earlier Stories: [Photographer of the Future? 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