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How a pioneer of street photography helped shape the way we take images today

Bill Cunningham, considered by many to be a pioneer of street photography, died on Saturday, but not without leaving an impact on photography today.
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What if wearable cams could have selective memory?

What if wearable cameras not only had a 24-hour battery life but could choose what life moments were important and which were best left unrecorded?
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Nikon says April’s Kumamoto earthquake will delay two camera releases

Nikon announced that the release of the A900 and A700 will be delayed until October because of damage experienced by suppliers in a series of earthquakes.
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A $799 price just made this high-resolution Sigma a reasonable mirrorless choice

The Sigma Quattro has a whopping 39 megapixels, but now also boasts a pretty reasonable price.
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Filmora’s free app could help you get more from your videos

With even more filters and effects than before, Filmora looks to be a simple yet versatile video editor for amateurs.
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Want to see what 53-billion pixels looks like? Bentley constructs image as big as a football field

Sure, you could use the tech developed by NASA to take photographs of Mars for scienfic things, but wouldn't it be more fun to shoot a luxury car with it?
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Capture One photo editor gets workflow enhancements in latest version

Version 9.2 of Capture One has just been released, and it includes a host of new workflow enhancements.
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Nikon releases a so-so solution for the D5's paltry 4K recording times

A firmware update from Nikon will give users longer 4K videos -- if they're willing to use software to stitch them back together again.
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Could an automated sports broadcast algorithm put videographers out of work?

One research project has taught cameras how to follow the action in sports games by imitating actual human operators.
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GoPro didn’t survive that epic crash? With GoPro Care, it’s not such a big deal

There are some amazing GoPro survival stories out there -- but GoPro ha introduced a replacement program, just in case.
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This add-on device for DSLRs can be used as a shutter release and for theft prevention

One little device is adding quite a few features to Nikon DSLRs with theft prevention, voice-activated shutter, and more.
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This novel, crowd-sourced action cam edits your video for you

A project on Indiegogo could be a game-changer with an app that automatically edits video by detecting the footage with the most action.
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This tiny gadget turns your smartphone into a thermal-imaging camera

Thermal image cameras are bulky and expensive -- or are they? The Seek Thermal CompactPro turns any smartphone into a thermal imaging device,
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Got a slider? This gadget will add automated panning, no matter what brand you use

A new, universal panning tool, AutoPan, may allow you to add smooth, computerized panning to your videos.
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LensRegain combines wireless lens control, speed booster, and follow focus in one

The LensRegain is a new three-in-one product for Micro Four Thirds shooters: a lens adapter, speed booster, and wireless follow focus.
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Parody ads show what really happens when you depend on a smartphone for photos

Not every photo shot on an iPhone is a great one -– a new ad parody captures that in a hilarious way.
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An accessory to sink your teeth into: Use GoHawk to control GoPro with your mouth

The GoHawk solves a common issue with GoPro cameras: How do you start recording when you need your hands for the action?
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iPhone full? Photo Space app shrinks 7 GB of photos down to 1 GB

Photo Space shrinks photos down to a fraction of the original, keeping the full resolution file on the cloud.
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Getty claims man stole as many as 3,400 of its images, resold them on Facebook

Getty Images filed a lawsuit earlier this week claiming an Ohio man downloaded, then resold up to 3,400 images in a private Facebook group.
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KitSplit, the Airbnb of the photo industry, is expanding

Need a camera, drone or VR gear? KitSplit now offers peer-to-peer gear rentals in four major cities.
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Guess who produces the world's fastest 35mm lens? You probably guessed wrong

The fastest 35mm lens isn't from any name you'll recognize -- the f/1.2 actually comes from a company that hasn't yet produced lenses for photography.
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Back from the dead? Kickstarter campaign aims to revive glass-plate photography

Like to work with film? One company is going back even farther back with its attempt to revive glass-plate photography.
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$28 device adds physical Photoshop controls through a USB port

BrushKnob takes keyboard shortcuts to the next level with an affordable, physical Photoshop dial.
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Snap selfies like it’s 1996: BitCam redefines the retro photo app

The new BitCam app doesn't feel very new--it's designed largely for nostalgia's sake with a 1990s interface.
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Supermodel flies over active volcano in wingsuit for GoPro stunt

A model and extreme athlete recently flew over an active volcano in Chile in the latest GoPro stunt.
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Live-streaming 360 video could soon be widely accessible

While it's possible to live-stream 360 video with complex, expensive set-ups, Lenovo is currently working on a device that makes it accessible to anyone.
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Do cameras distract you from the moment? One study suggests the opposite is true

Love taking photos? Research suggests there could be a reason -- people who take photos enjoy moments more than those who don't.
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There must be 50 ways to use your gaffer tape, and this video shows them all

Gaffer tape is the duct tape of the photography world--and here are 50 uses to prove it.
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Watch the year’s best drone footage — in just 2.5 minutes

The 2016 New York City Drone Film Festival brought in 350-plus drone videos earlier this spring. Here's a look at the best shots.
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Canon unveils seven new online video classes for photographers

Canon just launched a new online learning platform, featuring videos and print materials, to help photographers from beginners to pros.
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Something else to like about Facebook: Social media network adds 360-degree photos

360-degree videos have been Facebook-compatible since September. On Thursday, the social media network unveiled 360-degree stills.
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Netflix wants to send one lucky Instagrammer to the world's top restaurants

Netflix is looking for an official Instagrammer to snap and share shots from six restaurants featured on season 2 of Chef's Table.
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Got accessories? Think Tank’s new drone backpack makes room for them

With room for both a 17-inch laptop and a tablet plus plenty of other shooting and flying accessories, the Think Tank Helipak can pack in more than a drone.
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Woman’s scheme to get drone pilot in trouble backfires, thanks to GoPro footage

A woman swipes a drone, unaware that a GoPro is still recording, and stirs up some trouble.